Mauritania
Rwanda
Rwanda visa for Mauritanian citizens
Entry requirement
Mauritanian citizens 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 Mauritania
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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.
Mauritanian 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 Mauritanian citizens can stay in Rwanda
Mauritanian citizens may stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwandan citizens travelling to Mauritania
Rwandan citizens need a visa for Mauritania, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Mauritanian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
Mauritanian citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Mauritanian citizens stay in Rwanda?
Mauritanian citizens can stay in Rwanda for up to 30 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Mauritania?
Rwandan citizens need a visa for Mauritania, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Mauritanian citizens enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, Mauritanian 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.