Greece visa requirements for Rwandans
Travel and visa requirements
Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting Greece
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Greek Visa.
- Completed visa application form
- Passport Photo not older than 6 months
- Passport or Travel documents with at least 6 months validity on the date of travel and have at least 2 pages clear of any markings.
- Previous Passport (if any)
- Flight reservations(s) for the country of your visit and return ticket
- Proof of travel insurance with the Certificate of Insurance and the table of benefits. You could also provide a letter of insurance from the bank along with a credit card copy with a minimum cover of EUR 30,000.
- The travel insurance must cover the cost of repatriation for medical reasons and the Certificate of Currency must be issued by an insurance company operating in Australia or within the EU. You can also provide a letter from the bank confirming that you have insurance with them
- Applicant's most recent monthly bank statement clearly showing the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement. If statements are printed online then it has to be Authenticated (stamped) by the bank officials.
- Original bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds to cover stay in Italy
- Hotel reservation(s) for the duration of your visit.
- A letter from your employer on company letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job.
- Income Tax Return (ITR)
- Original payslips
- Include a copy of your business license(if you are self-employed)
- If you are a student, submit an official letter from your school indicating that you are in good standing and that you are registered for the upcoming semester and a No Objection Certificate from School or University.
- If retired, submit proof of your retirement fund
- Visa fee for children between the ages of 6 and 12 is 35 EURO while it is free for children ages 6 and below
Greece Visa for Rwandans
Facts about Greece
Olympia, Greece, is popular for being the original birthplace of the Olympics Games. The tourism industry is a major contributing factor to the Gross Domestic Product in Greece. The industry is responsible for contributing 18% to the country’s GDP.
- When in Greece, try as much as possible to mingle with the locals
- Eat and dine with them Although they eat late, mostly around 10 pm but you would save you much money
- Do not be fooled by the packaged bottled waters. The water that comes out of the taps is portable and much cheaper
- Ask for locally made wine
- It can be easy to forget that there is much more to Greece than the Islands, try to explore and tour the mainland, there is a lot to be seen there
Types of Greece Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Medical visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Student visa | 15 days | 3 years |
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Greece Visa
- Completed visa application form
- Passport Photo not older than 6 months
- Passport or Travel documents with at least 6 months validity on the date of travel and have at least 2 pages clear of any markings.
- Previous Passport (if any)
- Flight reservations(s) for the country of your visit and return ticket
- Proof of travel insurance with the Certificate of Insurance and the table of benefits. You could also provide a letter of insurance from the bank along with a credit card copy with a minimum cover of EUR 30,000.
- The travel insurance must cover the cost of repatriation for medical reasons and the Certificate of Currency must be issued by an insurance company operating in Australia or within the EU. You can also provide a letter from the bank confirming that you have insurance with them
- Applicant's most recent monthly bank statement clearly showing the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement. If statements are printed online then it has to be Authenticated (stamped) by the bank officials.
- Original bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds to cover stay in Italy
- Hotel reservation(s) for the duration of your visit.
- A letter from your employer on company letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job.
- Income Tax Return (ITR)
- Original payslips
- Include a copy of your business license(if you are self-employed)
- If you are a student, submit an official letter from your school indicating that you are in good standing and that you are registered for the upcoming semester and a No Objection Certificate from School or University.
- If retired, submit proof of your retirement fund
- Visa fee for children between the ages of 6 and 12 is 35 EURO while it is free for children ages 6 and below
Greece Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- An invitation letter from your family or friends in Greece with their address and phone number
- Bank statement for the last 6 months
- You are not allowed to take up employment of any kind
Greece Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- Invitation letter from the Greek company you will be visiting, detailed address accompanied by your visit date
- A certificate from your employer permitting your business travel
- Proof of previous trade relations between the two companies, if any.
- Bank statement of the business from 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 are required as well.
- Regarding the applicant’s expenses during stay in Greece, either the employer or the partner company are to state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.
Greece Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- An enrollment certificate allowing attendance of courses
- Certificate of completion or courses attended
- Proof of financial sustenance
Greece Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- A local medical report
- A medical attestation from the doctor or hospital in Greece, confirming the date of your appointment as well as your medical situation
- Confirmation of payment receipt of medical fees in Greece
Greece Visa Fees
Visa Type
Sub Types
Visa Fees
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Medical visa
60.00 (EUR)
Student visa
60.00 (EUR)
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Greece Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda
Location
Address
Nairobi
Kimathi Str., Nation Tower, 7th floor P.O.Box 30543-00100 Nairobi
www.mfa.gr/nairobi
gremb.nai@mfa.gr
+254-20-340722 +254-20-340744
Is a visa required for a trip from Rwanda to Greece?
Yes, you will need to purchase a visa for your trip from Rwanda to Greece
Is Greece a Schengen country?
Yes, Greece is part of the Schengen countries
How much does a Greek transit visa cost?
You do not need to purchase a visa for transit through Greece, it is free
Why is the embassy address in Nairobi?
Greece is represented in Rwanda through parallel accreditation of its embassy in Nairobi
How much is the visa fee for my 4 year old child to Greece?
Children between the ages of 0 and 6 are exempted from paying visa fees for Greece and most Schengen countries
What is a Schengen country?
The Schengen Area is an area of 26 European states which have officially abolished all passport and all other types of border control at its mutual borders. The area mostly functions as a single jurisdiction for international travel purposes, with a common visa policy