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Rwanda visa for citizens of Burkina Faso

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 30 days

Citizens of Burkina Faso can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 30 days.

Maximum stay
30 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index

For longer stays: study, work and residence

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Rwandan citizens travelling to Burkina Faso

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Travel advice for Rwanda

  • US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
  • UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
  • German Foreign Office No travel warning

What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.

For a trip from Burkina Faso to Rwanda, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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).

Good to know

How long citizens of Burkina Faso can stay in Rwanda

Citizens of Burkina Faso may stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.

Rwandan citizens travelling to Burkina Faso

Rwandan citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.

Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Rwanda?

Citizens of Burkina Faso can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 30 days.

How long can citizens of Burkina Faso stay in Rwanda?

Citizens of Burkina Faso can stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days.

Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Rwandan citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.

Can citizens of Burkina Faso enter Rwanda visa-free?

Yes, citizens of Burkina Faso can enter Rwanda without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.

Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.