Lesotho visa requirements for Rwandans
Travel and visa requirements
Lesotho Visa is not required for Rwandans
Stay Duration: 14 days
Entry Requirements
- Rwandans aspiring to travel to Lesotho can apply for the electronic visa which is only for a period of 14 days.
- Rwandans are expected to provide a passport that is valid within the duration of stay.
- Visitors are required to leave at least one blank page of their passport for entry stamp.
- Yellow Fever Vaccination Certification is needed to enter Lesotho.
- There are no restrictions on the possession of currency on entry or exit.
- In Lesotho the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Lesotho uses South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2), hence, there is no time difference between Lesotho and Rwanda.
- The estimated flight time between Rwanda and Lesotho is 3.38 hours.
- Transportation within Lesotho can be done either by driving or using public transport such as coaches or minibus and taxis.
- Because Lesotho is within South Africa, its roadways are linked with those of South Africa. This also means that Lesotho has no seaports or harbours of its own.
- Lesotho adopts both the South African rand and the Lesotho loti.
- Sotho and English are the official languages of Lesotho, and the former is the national and most widely spoken language in the country.
- Christianity is more popularly practiced followed by Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Baha'i.
- Lesotho's food culture features potato, seafood, rice and vegetables.
- The Kingdom of Lesotho is a small landlocked country within South Africa, known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
- Lesotho is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I apply for a visa extension in Lesotho?
Is it safe to travel to Lesotho?
Lesotho is generally considered a safe country to travel to, However, tourists are advised to be cautious during their stay.
Are there Safari zones in Lesotho?
Yes, Tourists can explore the Sehlabathebe National Park which is Lesotho's only national park occupying a large part of the southeastern foothills of the protected area of the Drakensburg.
Are there mosquitoes in Lesotho?
Lesotho has no mosquitoes and thus the transmission of malaria reportedly does not occur in Lesotho.