Cape Verde
Rwanda
Rwanda visa for Cape Verdean citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Cape Verdean citizens for Rwanda, for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Rwandan citizens travelling to Cape Verde
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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.
Before travelling from Cape Verde to Rwanda, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Cape Verdean citizens can stay in Rwanda
Cape Verdean citizens may stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwandan citizens travelling to Cape Verde
Rwandan citizens can get a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.
Frequently asked questions
Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
No visa is needed by Cape Verdean citizens for Rwanda, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Cape Verdean citizens stay in Rwanda?
Cape Verdean citizens can stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?
Rwandan citizens can get a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.
Can Cape Verdean citizens enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, Cape Verdean citizens can enter Rwanda without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.