Africa
Rwanda
- Capital
- Kigali
- Population
- 14,569,341
- Currency
- Rwandan Franc (RWF)
- Calling code
- +250
- Languages
- Kinyarwanda, English, French
- 33missions
- 30embassies
- 3honorary consulates
Rwanda
Embassies and consulates in Rwanda
embassies in Kigali
Diplomatic missions from 33 countries are based in Rwanda, 33 missions in all (30 embassies and 3 honorary consulates). All 30 embassies are in the capital, Kigali.
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All missions in Rwanda
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Belgium 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Burundi 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 honorary consulate1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
Ethiopia 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 honorary consulate1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Morocco 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Qatar 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Senegal 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1
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South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 embassy1 -
Switzerland 1 embassy1 -
Tanzania 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
Uganda 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Rwanda
Rwanda visa guide · 17 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 108 can enter visa-free, 89 get a visa on arrival and 1 need an e-Visa for Rwanda.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Rwanda
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11,668 | 8,415 | 3,147 | 27.1% | 29.8% |
| 2024 | 14,293 | 9,551 | 4,637 | 32.5% | 31.8% |
| 2025 | 8,323 | 4,994 | 3,049 | 37.3% | 31.4% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | 5,977 | 3,587 | 37.9% |
| Belgium | 1,967 | 1,107 | 40.2% |
| Germany | 357 | 279 | 11.3% |
| Netherlands | 22 | 21 | 4.2% |
Schengen consulates in Rwanda received 8,323 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 4,994 visas. 37.3% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate rose by 4.7 points from 32.5% in 2024. Applications fell by 42% compared with 2024 (14,293).
Most applications went to France (5,977), Belgium (1,967), Germany (357) and the Netherlands (22).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Rwanda.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Rwanda
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 2,727 | 1,695 |
| Student (F, M) | 573 | 423 |
| Exchange (J) | 146 | 121 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 123 | 108 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 42 | 44 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 408 | 268 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 92 | 28 |
| Other | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 4,112 | 2,689 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 55.8% | 64.7% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 2,689 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Rwanda, the 131st highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 63%, student visas 16% and diplomatic and official visas 10%. That is 35% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (4,112).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Rwanda received 1,119, 8% more than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 64.7% for citizens of Rwanda in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 55.8%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Rwanda’s own missions abroad
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Rwanda’s embassies abroad (32)
In the other direction, Rwanda runs 32 missions in 24 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (5), Belgium (2), the United Kingdom (2), Turkey (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Rwanda
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
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New Year's Day
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New Year's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 30 embassies are in the capital, Kigali.
Travel advice for Rwanda
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Rwanda: the US State Department rates Rwanda at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 3 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Rwanda (updated 4 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Rwanda (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Rwanda?
Of 198 passports, 108 can enter visa-free, 89 get a visa on arrival and 1 need an e-Visa for Rwanda; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Rwanda closed?
On Rwanda’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.