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Rwandan Embassy in South Africa

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In South Africa, Rwanda has an embassy in Pretoria. Rwanda admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.

Rwandan Embassy in Pretoria

Rwanda has its embassy in Pretoria, the capital; the address on record is Francis Baard Street 983, Pretoria. Its phone number is on its page.

Rwanda visa for South African citizens

South AfricaRwanda Visa-free, 30 days Rwanda visa for citizens of South Africa

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South African citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 30 days.

South Africa’s missions in Rwanda

Missions of South Africa in Rwanda (1)

In return, South Africa has an embassy in Rwanda, in Kigali.

Good to know

Rwanda in South Africa

Worldwide, Rwanda has 32 missions in 24 countries; one of them is in South Africa.

Travel to South Africa for Rwandan citizens

Rwandan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa. In South Africa, Rwandan citizens can turn to the Rwandan embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Rwandan embassy in South Africa is closed

The Rwandan embassy in South Africa closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Rwanda, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Rwandan embassy in South Africa?

The Rwandan embassy is in Pretoria, at Francis Baard Street 983, Pretoria.

Do South African citizens need a visa for Rwanda?

South African citizens do not need a visa for Rwanda: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.

Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for South Africa?

Rwandan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.

Does South Africa have an embassy in Rwanda?

Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Kigali.