Rwandese visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kenyan passport holders visiting Rwanda for a short-term stay: 6 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 6 months |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan 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 Kenya, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The Embassy of Rwanda in Nairobi, Kenya (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 54 minutes)
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 436 | N/A |
| 2009 | 432 | -0.92% |
| 2010 | 433 | 0.23% |
| 2011 | 592 | 36.72% |
| 2012 | 701 | 18.41% |
| 2013 | 743 | 5.99% |
| 2014 | 796 | 7.13% |
| 2015 | 849 | 6.66% |
| 2016 | 802 | -5.54% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Rwanda & Kenya comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 23.07 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of November 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 45,278,169 fewer people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Rwanda & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 59,901,223 | 45.3 million fewer people live in Rwanda than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 5 | Rwanda has 21 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 43 | Rwanda passport holders visit 15 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 94 | Rwandese hosts 67 fewer foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 802.
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