Rwanda visa requirements for Ivorians

Travel and visa requirements

Rwandan Visa is not required for Ivorians

Stay Duration: days

Entry Requirements

  • Ivorians intending to travel to Rwanda for up to 30 days can obtain visa on arrival.
  • Visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Rwanda.
  • The passport should have at least a blank page for entry stamps.
  • Ivorians who wish to stay beyond the stipulated number of days should renew their visa at the office of the Directorate General of Immigration.
  • Visitors must provide proof of accommodation for their entire stay in Rwanda. This could be in the form of a  confirmed hotel booking or an invitation letter from a host living in the country.
  • They are also required to provide proof of sufficient funds to cover their expenses throughout their stay in Rwanda.
  • The import and export of local currency are limited to RWF 5000 and its equivalent.  Currencies exceeding that amount must be declared upon arrival or exit.
  • Visitors re not expected to pay any airport tax upon arrival.
  • The estimated flight time from Ivory Coast to Rwanda is 5 hours, 31 minutes.
  • Rwanda adopts the use of Central Africa Time (GMT +2), making Rwanda 2 hours ahead of Sierra Leone.
  • Rwanda has a temperate tropical highland climate. From June to mid-September is the long dry season, which is generally the best time to visit, October to November is the rainy season and the short dry season is from December to February. 
  • Christianity is the dominant religion in Rwanda, with Roman Catholics, Protestants and Seventh-day Adventist being the leading denominations. About 5% of the population are Sunni Muslims and 2% practice indigenous religions. 
  • Kinyarwanda is the most widely spoken language in Rwanda and also one of the country’s official language alongside English, French and Swahili. 
  • The Rwandan Franc (RWF) is the official currency used in Rwanda. However, the US Dollar can also be used for transaction purposes. 
  • Tourists can transport themselves in Rwanda through buses, taxis and car rentals. 
  • Plastic bags have been banned in Rwanda for environmental reasons. Visible plastic bags would be seized at the airport.
  • The power and socket plugs used in Rwanda are of Types C and J. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Majority of the population of Rwanda live off subsistence farming. This is why most of their meals rely on starchy crops such as potato, cassava etc.
  • Brochettes,  Mandazi and Ugali are some foods tourists can try during their stay in Rwanda.
  • Visitors can go Gorilla trekking and visit Lake Muhazi while in Rwanda.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Rwanda?

Rwanda can be traveled to at any time of the year. It is well known for "its eternal spring". The temperatures stay quite constant throughout the year with August to September being the hottest months.

Is Rwanda a safe country?

Despite its political instability in the past, Rwanda is now a peaceful country. 

What is the official currency in Rwanda?

The official currency in Rwanda is the Rwandan Franc and foreign currencies can be exchanged in Kigali.