Namibian visa for Rwandese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Rwandese passport holders visiting Namibia 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 Namibia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Namibia e-visa for Rwandese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Namibia visa on arrival for Rwandese citizens | Eligible | |
Namibia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Rwandese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Namibia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Namibia.
If you are looking for Namibia 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 Namibia nearest your place of residence.
- Lusaka: The Embassy of in Lusaka, ~ 1509.97 kilometers (938.25 mi) away from Kigali, Rwanda. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 59 minutes).
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 1563.27 kilometers (971.37 mi) away from Kigali, Rwanda. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 59 minutes).
Namibia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Namibia diplomatic mission offices to Rwanda for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Rwanda traveling to Namibia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Rwanda) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 9 | N/A |
| 2009 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2010 | 10 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 10 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 11 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | 12 | 9.09% |
| 2014 | 13 | 8.33% |
| 2015 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2016 | 15 | 7.14% |
| 2017 | 15 | 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.)
Namibia & Rwanda comparison
Namibia's area is approximately 823,290 km2 (317,873 sq mi), while the area of Rwanda is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi). This means Rwanda is 33.37 times smaller than Namibia.
As of October 2025, Namibia's population is ~2.8 million people - 11,845,845 fewer people than the population of Rwanda.
We have highlighted Namibia & Rwanda’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Namibia | Rwanda | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,777,209 | 14,623,054 | 11.8 million fewer people live in Namibia than Rwanda |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 24 | 26 | Namibia has 2 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Rwanda. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 46 | 28 | Namibia passport holders can visit 18 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 41 | 27 | Namibian hosts 14 more foreign missions than Rwanda. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Rwanda travel to Namibia in one year?
The number of visitors from Rwanda visiting Namibia in 2017 was approximately 15.
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