Eritrea
Rwanda
Rwanda visa for Eritrean citizens
Entry requirement
Rwanda admits Eritrean citizens without a visa 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 Eritrea
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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 Eritrea 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 Eritrean citizens can stay in Rwanda
Eritrean citizens may stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwanda’s neighbours for Eritrean citizens
Uganda admits Eritrean citizens visa-free.
Rwandan citizens travelling to Eritrea
Rwandan citizens need a visa for Eritrea, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Eritrean citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
Rwanda admits Eritrean citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Eritrean citizens stay in Rwanda?
Eritrean citizens can stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Eritrea?
Rwandan citizens need a visa for Eritrea, obtained before travel.
Can Eritrean citizens enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, Eritrean 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.