Rwandese visa for Spanish citizens
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Spanish citizens to enter Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for Spanish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for Spanish citizens | Eligible | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Spanish 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 Spain, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Madrid: The Consulate General of Rwanda in Madrid, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to Spain for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Spain traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Spain) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 9,582 | N/A |
| 2009 | 9,488 | -0.98% |
| 2010 | 9,526 | 0.40% |
| 2011 | 13,003 | 36.50% |
| 2012 | 15,404 | 18.46% |
| 2013 | 16,330 | 6.01% |
| 2014 | 17,501 | 7.17% |
| 2015 | 18,654 | 6.59% |
| 2016 | 17,615 | -5.57% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Rwanda & Spain comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of Spain is approximately 498,800 km2 (192,587 sq mi). This means Spain is 20.22 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of October 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 32,225,233 fewer people than the population of Spain.
We have highlighted Rwanda & Spain’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | Spain | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 46,848,287 | 32.2 million fewer people live in Rwanda than Spain |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 215 | Rwanda has 189 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Spain. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 144 | Rwanda passport holders visit 116 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 492 | Rwandese hosts 465 fewer foreign missions than Spain. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Spain travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from Spain visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 17,615.
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