Rwanda visa requirements for Ghanaians
Travel and visa requirements
Rwandan Visa is not required for Ghanaians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Ghanaian nationals can stay in Rwanda visa-free for a duration of 90 days.
- Rwanda grants free visas on arrival to Ghanaian citizens for stays up to 90 days.
- You must apply for an extension of your visa while it is still valid.
- A grace period of 5 days after a visa has expired is allowed for a person to either depart or renew their visa without a penalty; otherwise, the person will be subjected to a penalty and may be refused a visa extension.
- Your visa must be valid for six months at the time of entry into Rwanda, with one blank page.
- Visitors must have a certificate of yellow fever certificate.
- If you are also visiting Kenya and Uganda, it is better to apply for the East African visa which allows entry into all three countries on a single visa.
- Visitors must show proof of sufficient funds before entry into Rwanda.
- Ghanaians visiting Rwanda with pets must obtain a certificate of vaccination and must obtain an import licence from the embassy or the high commission.
- Ghanaians visiting Rwanda must check for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza vaccines.
- Direct flights are available from the Kotoka International Airport Accra, Ghana to Kigali, Rwanda. The estimated flight time is between 5 - 6 hours.
- Christianity is the most widely practiced religion in Rwanda, Islam is also commonly practiced in Rwanda.
- Because the time zone currently used in Rwanda is the Central African Time (GMT+2), Rwanda is 2 hours ahead of Ghana.
- Getting around in Rwanda is possible through various public means of transportation including Taxis, Motor-Taxis, Buses, and Mini-Buses.
- Rwanda has a temperate tropical highland climate, with lower temperatures than are typical for equatorial countries due to its high elevation.
- The best time to visit Rwanda is usually between June to mid-September it is the long dry season and is a good time to explore and participate in tourism-related activities.
- Although English is the official language in Rwanda, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda are also common.
- Visitors might want to pick up some basic Kinyarwanda phrases to help them navigate communications in rural spaces.
- Visitors are advised to be careful when carrying out monetary transactions in Rwanda, from currency changes to relatively expensive purchases.
- Visitors taking pictures are advised to be respectful and conscious of their environment while at it. Photo subjects or their guardians might need to be tipped in some cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the tourist visa on arrival to Rwanda?
As of January 2018, nationals of all countries will receive a visa on arrival at Kigali International Airport and all land borders in Rwanda. A single-entry tourist visa costs about $30 (exclusions apply for select countries).
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3 years ago
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Is it safe to visit Rwanda?
Rwanda is one of the safest countries in East Africa to travel to today. Serious crime or hostility aimed specifically at travelers is very rare.
Is English spoken in Rwanda?
English has become one of the official languages of Rwanda. Rwanda is a former (French-speaking) Belgian colony and French is its official language, but most of the national signs are in English today. It isn't strange that a country seeking more foreign investment is turning to English.
What currency is used in Rwanda?
Rwandan franc is the official currency of Rwanda. Our currency rankings show that the most popular Rwanda Franc exchange rate is the USD to RWF rate. The currency code for Francs is the RWF.
What is Rwandan food like?
Rwandan staples include bananas, plantains, pulses, sweet potatoes, beans, and cassava (manioc). The typical Rwandan diet is high in vegetables and lacking in animal protein due to the small number of animal products consumed.
How can I get Visa to Rwanda?
How can I get Visa to Rwanda??
Is it a multiple entry country for Ghanaian citizens??
Can I go to Rwanda without being anybody there?
If someone is coming for a work like construction worker what does the person need before getting the job, do ask for any certification or document?
So please am from Ghana and I want to travel and work in Rwanda so how can I get work permit ??
Andrews Gyasi
3 years ago
Am a Ghanaian l want travel to Rwanda and work how can l get permit and what type of work can l do