How to get a Israel visa from Rwanda
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Rwandan passport holders travelling to Israel.
Visa types & fees
3 visa options for travelling to Israel.
Business visa
Student visa
Tourist visa
Visa type details
Business visa
- This visa is for persons whose stay in Israel is approved for a limited period of time for the purpose of work. This visa is given to experts and artists, among others, and is granted solely with the approval of the Ministry of Interior.
- The fee is paid by the applicant when the application is submitted to one of the population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior. Upon receipt of approval from the Ministry of the Interior, the mission will issue the B/1 Work visa after interviewing the applicant and obtaining from him the following documents:
- A verified certificate of good conduct
- Certification of medical examinations performed in clinics or hospitals recognized by the mission (the certification must cover, inter alia, normal results in tests for tuberculosis, hepatitis, and AIDS) and the results of blood tests.
- A declaration of the taking of a fingerprint (the State of Israel has begun to take a fingerprint from foreign workers who enter the country to work) and a photograph.
- A completed application for a visa
- Two passport pictures (5x5 cm)
- Note: The Consul may request additional documents.
- The validity of the B/1 Work visa will be in accordance with Ministry of Interior guidelines. The worker must enter Israel within the period of time specified in the visa and stay in the country as specified in the visa. A person who receives such a visa may apply to one of the population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior to extend the visa.
Student visa
- This visa is for those who want to study in Israel in elementary and high schools, academic institutions, yeshivot and youth institutions of the Jewish Agency. The visa is valid for up to one year and for multiple entrances and exits. Recipients of this visa are not permitted to work in Israel.
- A minor will not be given a visa without the written consent of both parents or his legal guardian.
- Completed and signed application for a visa to enter Israel
- Two passport pictures (5x5 cm)
- Certification of acceptance for study at a recognized educational institution in Israel
- Proof that the student has the financial means to pay for his studies and sustenance throughout his stay in Israel
- A travel document that is valid for at least one year, provided that his country has a diplomatic mission in the State of Israel. If there is no such mission in Israel, the passport must be valid for the entire period of studies and another six months beyond that time
Tourist visa
- This visa is granted to someone who wishes to stay in Israel for only a short time. A person who enters Israel with this visa is not allowed to work in the State of Israel.
- This visa is valid for up to three months from the date of issue. The duration of stay in Israel will be determined by the Border Police. A visitor who wishes to extend his visit may submit an application at one of the regional population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior.
- Presentation of a travel document that is valid for at least six months beyond the period of stay in Israel. A completed and signed application for a visa to enter Israel.
- A photocopy of the applicant's travel document
- Proof of the applicant's sufficient financial means for the visit to Israel (such as bank statements from the last three months)
- Order for round trip airline tickets to and from Israel
- Two passport pictures (5x5 cm)
- Payment of the fee
- Please note that the consul may request additional documents.
- Since the fee is collected for handling the application, it will not be refunded to the applicant if the visa is not issued for any reason.
Where to apply
Israel embassy & visa application centers in Rwanda.
Addis Abbaba
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Tue | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Sat | — | — |
| Sun | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What can I wear in Israel
Knee covering skirts, smart-looking tops, long trousers. A veil/shawl (women only; you can buy it at most souvenir shops as well)
Do I need any vaccinations before coming to Israel
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for a trip to Israel. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: 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