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How to get a Estonia visa from Rwanda

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Rwandan passport holders travelling to Estonia.

Visa types & fees

6 visa options for travelling to Estonia.

Business visa

Processing time15 DAYS
Validity180 DAYS
Fee (approx.)$67

Medical visa

Processing time15 DAYS
Validity90 DAYS
Fee (approx.)$67

Official visa

Processing time15 DAYS
Validity90 DAYS
Fee (approx.)$67

Student visa

Processing time15 DAYS
ValidityDEPENDING ON THE PROGRAMME
Fee (approx.)$67

Tourist visa

Processing time15 days
Validity180 DAYS
Fee (approx.)$67

Transit visa

Processing time15 DAYS
Validity5 DAYS
Fee (approx.)$67

Application requirements

Documents Rwandan applicants need to provide.

  • A completed and properly filled form
  • 2 Attached passport format photos
  • Your passport and copies of your previous visas – valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages
  • Travel medical insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within Estonia and the entire Schengen area
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of visit to Estonia and itinerary
  • A copy of your return-ticket reservation with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Estonia. It is not recommended to purchase the ticket before obtaining the visa – if not otherwise required.
  • Proof of Accommodation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Estonia.
  • Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
  • Means of subsistence – Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Estonia. The amount of financial means that every foreigner applying for an Estonian Visa has to demonstrate owning to the Estonian Embassy or Consulate, is 600 EEK or 38.35€ /day for the period of stay in Estonia.
  • If employed:Employment contract, current bank statement of the latest 6 months, No-objection letter from employer and Income Tax Return (ITR) form or Certificate of Income Tax deducted at the source of salary
  • If self-employed: A copy of your business license, Company bank statement of the latest 6 months and Income Tax Return (ITR)
  • If the applicant is a student: Proof of enrollment and a No-objection certificate from school or university
  • If retired: Pension statement of the latest 6 months and Regular income generated by property proof of the latest 6 months

Visa type details

Transit visa

  • Your visa or other type of entry permit in the transit country
  • A copy of your valid visa for your final destination
  • If you wish to visit only Estonia, the visa has to be applied with the Estonian representation. If the travel destination includes more than one Schengen member state, the application must be submitted at the representation of the main destination. The main destination is the country where you intend to spend the longest time or where the main purpose of the intended journey is carried out.
  • If you wish to visit several Schengen member states and you are not sure of the state of main destination or plan to spend the equal number of days in each state, the visa must be applied for at the representation of the state through which you intend to enter the Schengen area.

Medical visa

  • A local medical report
  • A medical attestation from the hospital or doctor in Estonia, confirming the date of your appointment as well as your medical situation
  • Payment receipt of medical fees

Business visa

  • A certificate from your employer stating/allowing your business travel
  • If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided
  • Business bank statement for the last 6 months
  • Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies) Trade License (first issued and present renewal), Proprietorship/Partnership documents
  • Regarding the applicant’s expenses during stay in the Schengen zone, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.
  • If going for culture, Sports, Film Crew or Religious Purposes, you should tender an invitation letter from the mentioned authorities with details stating the nature of events or activities, purpose, of visit, expense coverage, Names of the applicants (crew members), duration of stay, and travel itinerary

Student visa

  • An enrollment certificate allowing attendance of courses
  • Certificate of completion or courses attended
  • Financial sustenance
  • As a foreign student in Estonia, you do not have to worry or stress yourself about getting a work permit. You are allowed to take up all job opportunities of your choice the only condition being that it does not interfere with your studies. Keep in mind that you must leave the country before the expiration of your student visa

Official visa

  • This visa is for Diplomats and official purposes
  • The official invitation copy
  • Identity of applicant
  • Purpose of journey (negotiations, meetings, event by intergovernmental organizations, consultations)
  • Duration of stay
  • Place of accommodation

Where to apply

Estonia embassy & visa application centers in Rwanda.

Kigali

AddressKN3AV BP81, Kigali, Rwanda
Phone+250 252 575 553; +250 252 575 552; +250 252 575 551
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Frequently asked questions

Can i enter Estonia with Schengen visa

Yes

Can I work with a students visa in Estonia

You can take up paid employments provided that it does not interfere with your studies

How does the 90 days schengen visa work

A Schengen visa is a short-stay visa that allows the holder to travel to any of the countries of the Schengen area to a total stay of up to 90 days within a period of 180 days for tourist or business purposes.

Estonia embassy in Rwanda All Rwanda visa requirements
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Estonia visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.