Tuvalu visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Tuvaluan Visa is not required for Rwandans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Rwanda visiting Tuvalu are granted visa on arrival for a period of 30 days.
  • Passports of citizens must be valid on arrival and enough to cover the period of stay in the country.
  • At least one blank page should be made available for visa stamp on passports.
  • No certification of vaccination is needed to enter Tuvalu.
  • Visitors are required to provide confirmed round-trip airline tickets upon arrival.
  • Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in destination such as pay stubs, traveller's cheques, and/or most recent bank statement is needed.
  • There are no restrictions on importing and exporting local currency (Australian Dollar-AUD) and foreign currencies.
  • Travellers departing from Tuvalu are required to pay a departure tax of AUD 20.
  • Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued in the home country.
  • Tuvalu uses the Tuvalu Time zone (GMT+12), hence, Tuvalu is 10 hours ahead of Rwanda.
  • Tuvalu is a volcanic archipelago and consists of three reef islands and six true atolls.
  • Tuvalu experiences two distinct seasons, a wet season from November to April and a dry season from May to October.
  • The Tuvaluan languages are spoken by virtually everyone. English is also an official language but is not spoken in daily use.
  • The people of Tuvalu are predominantly Christians with only a few portions of the population practising Islam and Ba’hai.
  • The cuisine of Tuvalu is based on the staple of coconut and the many species of fish found in the ocean and lagoons of the atolls.
  • Due to the country's remoteness, tourism is not significant but for a solo tour of the country, foreigners are allowed entry.
  • The main island of Funafuti is the focus of travellers since the only airport in Tuvalu is the Funafuti International passport and Funafuti is the only island that has hotel facilities.
  • Ecotourism is a motivation of travellers to Tuvalu as the Funafuti Conservation Area consists of 12.74 square miles (33.00 square kilometres) of ocean, reef, lagoon, channel and six uninhabited islets.
  • There are limited transport services in Tuvalu and streets of Funafuti were paved but other roads are unpaved. The country does not have any railroads.

Frequently Asked Questions

In what continent is Tuvalu located?

Tuvalu is located in the Pacific Ocean, situated in the continent of Oceania, about midway between Hawaii and Australia.

Is it safe to Travel to Tuvalu?

There's little crime in a country made up of small communities and few visitors, but because you're travelling with cash, it is a good idea to always lock your room.

Are there train stations in Tuvalu?

No, there no train stations in Tuvalu. However, transportation can be made with buses, cars and boats within islands.

Are there mosquitoes in Tuvalu?

There are no poisonous snakes or spiders, and no rabid dogs, but there are plenty of mosquitoes and flies particularly on Funafuti's smaller islands. Mosquitoes nets and repellents are highly recommended when visiting the country.

How can I make visa extensions in Tuvalu?

You can extend your stay to a maximum of three months by applying to the Chief Immigration Officer.