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Rwanda visa for Ugandan citizens
Entry requirement
Rwanda admits Ugandan 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 uganda.embassy.gov.rw
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Rwandan citizens travelling to Uganda
RwandaUganda Visa-free, 90 days Uganda 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.
For a trip from Uganda to Rwanda, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Ugandan citizens can stay in Rwanda
Ugandan citizens may stay in Rwanda for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwanda’s neighbours for Ugandan citizens
Tanzania and Burundi admit Ugandan citizens visa-free.
Rwandan citizens travelling to Uganda
Rwandan citizens can visit Uganda without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Uganda and Rwanda.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
Rwanda admits Ugandan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 180 days.
How long can Ugandan citizens stay in Rwanda?
Ugandan citizens can stay in Rwanda for up to 180 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Uganda?
Rwandan citizens can visit Uganda without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Ugandan citizens enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, Ugandan 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.