Ethiopia
Rwanda
Rwanda visa for Ethiopian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Ethiopian 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 Ethiopia
RwandaEthiopia Visa on arrival Ethiopia visa for citizens of Rwanda
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.
Ethiopian citizens planning a trip to Rwanda can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 Ethiopian citizens can stay in Rwanda
Ethiopian citizens may stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwandan citizens travelling to Ethiopia
Rwandan citizens receive their visa for Ethiopia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
No visa is needed by Ethiopian citizens for Rwanda, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Ethiopian citizens stay in Rwanda?
Ethiopian citizens can stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Rwandan citizens receive their visa for Ethiopia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Can Ethiopian citizens enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, Ethiopian 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.