Rwanda Tourist eVisa — 30 days (extendable to 90 days), USD 50, via Irembo portalfor 🇳🇵 Nepali citizens travelling to 🇷🇼 Rwanda
Nepali citizens must apply for a Rwanda Tourist eVisa — 30 days (extendable to 90 days), USD 50, via Irembo portal online before travelling to Rwanda. Submit your application through the official government portal, upload the required documents, and pay the visa fee electronically. Approval is typically emailed within a few business days. You may stay up to 90 days per entry.
📋Required Documents5
- ✓Recent passport-style photograph
- ✓Visa fee payment confirmation
- ✓Valid passport (valid 6+ months)
- ✓Completed Rwanda e-Visa application (or visa on arrival)
Single-entry tourist visa valid for up to 30 days.
- ✓Travel itinerary / return ticket
ℹ️What to Expect
Apply for your Rwanda Tourist eVisa — 30 days (extendable to 90 days), USD 50, via Irembo portal through the official online portal before departure. Complete the application form, upload all required documents in the specified formats, and pay the fee online. Processing takes approximately 3 days. Once approved, you will receive your eVisa by email — print a copy or save it digitally to present at the Rwanda border. The government fee is USD 50.00. Always verify current requirements with the Rwanda embassy or official government website before booking travel.
📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)
- ○Proof of accommodation in Rwanda (if applicable)
🌐Why Nepali passport holders need a visa for Rwanda
Nepali citizens are eligible to apply for an eVisa to enter Rwanda. This pre-travel online application is a streamlined alternative to a consular visa — Nepali passport holders can complete the process from home without visiting an embassy. Approval is typically granted within a few business days.
⚠️Common Reasons Rwanda Tourist eVisa — 30 days (extendable to 90 days), USD 50, via Irembo portal Applications Are Refused6
- !An e-Visa application whose details or photo do not match the passport, or a passport valid for less than six months.
- !No proof of accommodation, onward travel or sufficient funds.
- !An unclear purpose of visit, or signs of intended work without a permit.
- !A prior overstay or immigration violation in Rwanda.
- !A name match on a security or immigration alert.
- !Note: Rwanda grants entry at the officer’s discretion even where a visa on arrival or e-Visa is available.
Refusal grounds are at the discretion of the deciding officer and can change. This list is informational — always verify current requirements at the official government portal.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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