Finnish visa for Rwandese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Rwandese passport holders visiting Finland for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Rwandese citizens to enter Finland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Finland e-visa for Rwandese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Finland visa on arrival for Rwandese citizens | Not Available | |
Finland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Rwandese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Finland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Finland.
If you are looking for Finland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Rwanda, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Finland nearest your place of residence.
- Kampala: The Honorary Consulate of in Kampala, ~ 393.88 kilometers (244.74 mi) away from Kigali, Rwanda. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 40 minutes).
- Nairobi: The Embassy of in Nairobi, ~ 774.42 kilometers (481.20 mi) away from Kigali, Rwanda. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 40 minutes).
Finland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Finland diplomatic mission offices to Rwanda for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Rwanda traveling to Finland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Rwanda) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25 | N/A |
| 2009 | 22 | -12.00% |
| 2010 | 23 | 4.55% |
| 2011 | 26 | 13.04% |
| 2012 | 28 | 7.69% |
| 2013 | 28 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 27 | -3.57% |
| 2015 | 26 | -3.70% |
| 2016 | 28 | 7.69% |
| 2017 | 32 | 14.29% |
| 2018 | 32 | 0.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Finland & Rwanda comparison
Finland's area is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi), while the area of Rwanda is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi). This means Rwanda is 12.32 times smaller than Finland.
As of October 2025, Finland's population is ~5.6 million people - 9,040,779 fewer people than the population of Rwanda.
We have highlighted Finland & Rwanda’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Finland | Rwanda | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,582,275 | 14,623,054 | 9.0 million fewer people live in Finland than Rwanda |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 26 | Finland has 59 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Rwanda. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 28 | Finland passport holders can visit 117 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 162 | 27 | Finnish hosts 135 more foreign missions than Rwanda. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Rwanda travel to Finland in one year?
The number of visitors from Rwanda visiting Finland in 2018 was approximately 32.
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- Travel time: 13 hours 19 minutes
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