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Rwanda visa for citizens of the Gambia
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Gambia 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 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Rwandan citizens travelling to the Gambia
RwandaGambia Visa-free, 90 days Gambia 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.
Before travelling from the Gambia 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).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Gambia can stay in Rwanda
Citizens of the Gambia may stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwanda’s neighbours for citizens of the Gambia
Tanzania and Uganda admit citizens of the Gambia visa-free.
Rwandan citizens travelling to the Gambia
Rwandan citizens do not need a visa for the Gambia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between the Gambia and Rwanda.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Rwanda?
Citizens of the Gambia can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of the Gambia stay in Rwanda?
Citizens of the Gambia can stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for the Gambia?
Rwandan citizens do not need a visa for the Gambia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can citizens of the Gambia enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Gambia 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.