Rwanda
Egypt
Egypt visa for Rwandan citizens
Entry requirement
Rwandan citizens need a visa for Egypt, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Egypt visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
Which Egypt visa?
Tourist visa issued by an Egyptian embassy or consulate
Key facts
- Processing time
- Set by each mission. The Egyptian consulate in Washington allows at least 10 business days, and 6 to 8 weeks for nationalities needing prior security approval.
Processing time, as Egypt states it: Set by each mission. The Egyptian consulate in Washington allows at least 10 business days, and 6 to 8 weeks for nationalities needing prior security approval.
Egyptian missions in Rwanda
- Embassy of Egypt in Kigali
Avenue De L'Umuganda, Kacyiru, Kigali, Kigali, Rwanda
Egypt has 1 mission in Rwanda, with its embassy in Kigali.
Egyptian citizens travelling to Rwanda
EgyptRwanda Visa-free, 30 days Rwanda visa for citizens of Egypt
Travel advice for Egypt
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Rwanda to Egypt, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Egypt at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 14 July 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Egypt (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Egypt (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Rwandan citizens can stay in Egypt
How long Rwandan citizens may stay in Egypt is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Rwandan citizens apply
In Rwanda, applications go to the Egyptian embassy in Kigali, or to a visa centre acting for Egypt; fees, documents and processing times are published by Egypt.
Egypt’s neighbours for Rwandan citizens
Palestine admits Rwandan citizens visa-free. Sudan requires Rwandan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Egyptian citizens travelling to Rwanda
Egyptian citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Rwandan citizens need a visa for Egypt, obtained before travel.
Where is the Egyptian embassy in Rwanda?
The Egyptian embassy in Rwanda is in Kigali.
Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
Egyptian citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 30 days.
Can Rwandan citizens enter Egypt visa-free?
No; Rwandan citizens need a visa for Egypt obtained in advance.
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.