Tanzania
Rwanda
Rwanda visa for Tanzanian citizens
Entry requirement
Rwanda admits Tanzanian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 180 days.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at tanzania.embassy.gov.rw
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Rwandan citizens travelling to Tanzania
RwandaTanzania Visa-free, 90 days Tanzania 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 Tanzania 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 Tanzanian citizens can stay in Rwanda
Tanzanian citizens may stay in Rwanda for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwanda’s neighbours for Tanzanian citizens
Burundi and Uganda admit Tanzanian citizens visa-free.
Rwandan citizens travelling to Tanzania
Tanzania admits Rwandan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Tanzania and Rwanda.
Frequently asked questions
Do Tanzanian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
Rwanda admits Tanzanian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 180 days.
How long can Tanzanian citizens stay in Rwanda?
Tanzanian citizens can stay in Rwanda for up to 180 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Tanzania?
Tanzania admits Rwandan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Tanzanian citizens enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, Tanzanian citizens can enter Rwanda without a visa and stay for up to 180 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.