Rwandese visa for Central African citizens
A visa is NOT required for Central African passport holders visiting Rwanda for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Central African citizens to enter Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for Central African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for Central African citizens | Not Available | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Central African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Rwanda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Rwanda.
If you are looking for Rwanda visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Central African Republic, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Brazzaville: The Embassy of in Brazzaville, ~ 1031.68 kilometers (641.05 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now).
- Bujumbura: The Embassy of in Bujumbura, ~ 1480.01 kilometers (919.64 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now).
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to Central African Republic for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Central African Republic traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Central African Republic) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 51 | N/A |
| 2009 | 50 | -1.96% |
| 2010 | 50 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 69 | 38.00% |
| 2012 | 82 | 18.84% |
| 2013 | 86 | 4.88% |
| 2014 | 93 | 8.14% |
| 2015 | 99 | 6.45% |
| 2016 | 93 | -6.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Rwanda & Central African Republic comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of Central African Republic is approximately 622,980 km2 (240,533 sq mi). This means Central African Republic is 25.25 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of October 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 9,363,438 more people than the population of Central African Republic.
We have highlighted Rwanda & Central African Republic’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | Central African Republic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 5,259,616 | 9.4 million more people live in Rwanda than Central African Republic |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 1 | Rwanda has 25 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Central African Republic. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 21 | Rwanda passport holders can visit 7 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 13 | Rwandese hosts 14 more foreign missions than Central African Republic. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Central African Republic travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from Central African Republic visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 93.
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Useful Information
- Kigali to Bangui: 1296.83 km (805.81 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 42 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025