Ugandan visa for Rwandese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Rwandese passport holders visiting Uganda for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Rwandese citizens to enter Uganda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Uganda e-visa for Rwandese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Uganda visa on arrival for Rwandese citizens | Not Available | |
Uganda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Rwandese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Uganda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Uganda.
If you are looking for Uganda 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 Uganda nearest your place of residence.
- Kigali: The Embassy of Uganda in Kigali, Rwanda (Working hours: Open now. Close in 33 minutes)
Uganda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Uganda diplomatic mission offices to Rwanda for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Rwanda traveling to Uganda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Rwanda) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 266,409 | N/A |
| 2009 | 272,018 | 2.11% |
| 2010 | 274,822 | 1.03% |
| 2011 | 266,409 | -3.06% |
| 2012 | 269,213 | 1.05% |
| 2013 | 280,431 | 4.17% |
| 2014 | 288,843 | 3.00% |
| 2015 | 286,039 | -0.97% |
| 2016 | 266,409 | -6.86% |
| 2017 | 272,018 | 2.11% |
| 2018 | 283,235 | 4.12% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Uganda & Rwanda comparison
Uganda's area is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi), while the area of Rwanda is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi). This means Rwanda is 8.10 times smaller than Uganda.
As of October 2025, Uganda's population is ~53.3 million people - 38,710,960 more people than the population of Rwanda.
We have highlighted Uganda & Rwanda’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Uganda | Rwanda | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 53,334,014 | 14,623,054 | 38.7 million more people live in Uganda than Rwanda |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 26 | Uganda has 16 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Rwanda. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 38 | 28 | Uganda passport holders can visit 10 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 27 | Ugandan hosts 23 more foreign missions than Rwanda. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Rwanda travel to Uganda in one year?
The number of visitors from Rwanda visiting Uganda in 2018 was approximately 283,235.
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Useful Information
- Kampala to Kigali: 410.11 km (254.83 mi)
- Travel time: 51 minutes
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