Rwandese visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. passport holders visiting Rwanda for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For U.S. citizens to enter Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The Embassy of in Ottawa, ~ 732.36 kilometers (455.07 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 17 minutes).
- Madrid: The Consulate General of in Madrid, ~ 6086.62 kilometers (3782.05 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Close now).
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 74,529 | N/A |
| 2009 | 73,794 | -0.99% |
| 2010 | 74,088 | 0.40% |
| 2011 | 101,136 | 36.51% |
| 2012 | 119,805 | 18.46% |
| 2013 | 127,008 | 6.01% |
| 2014 | 136,122 | 7.18% |
| 2015 | 145,089 | 6.59% |
| 2016 | 137,004 | -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 & United States comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 370.79 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of October 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 326,144,175 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Rwanda & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 340,767,229 | 326.1 million fewer people live in Rwanda than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 273 | Rwanda has 247 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 134 | Rwanda passport holders visit 106 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 1147 | Rwandese hosts 1120 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 137,004.
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