United States of America visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting United States of America

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a American Visa.


  • Passport /travel documents valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date with 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Passport-size photographs not older than 6 months taken in white background.
  • Copy of the appointment letter issued during application
  • DS-160 confirmation page
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of intending return to home country
  • Proof of sufficient funds for stay and return
  • Cover letter
  • Financial documents (shares, property papers, etc)
  • Application fee receipt
  • Copy of travel itinerary
  • Consular interview

United States Of America Visa for Rwandans

Facts about United States Of America


The United States of America is one of the main tourist destinations in the world. You cannot truly see all the country has to offer in one trip. If you have exhausted the things to see in a particular location, the next location brings up a fresh array of things to see. The country has beautiful scenery, entertainment options, magnificent architecture, great tourist sites and so much more. No matter what you are interested in doing, you are sure to get it in the United States of America. National Parks, casinos, beaches, historical sites, movie theatres, trade fairs, shopping malls, restaurants, nightlife are just some of the things you can do in the country. Make sure you enjoy the rollercoaster of fun during your time here.
 
Tourism in the USA is a large industry that contributes greatly to the American economy. The United States of America is the country that attracts the third-largest number of tourists behind France and Spain and this may be attributed to the fact that tourists stay longer in the United States more than they do in France and Spain. The country plays host to about 78 million tourists yearly. Since Donald Trump got elected, the number of tourist visits in the United States has dropped by 4% and has led to the loss of about 40,000 jobs.
 
Citizens of Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, Caymans, Australia, Belgium, Brunei, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, South Korea, New Zealand, etc can gain entry to the United States of America visa-free for a certain period of time.

Types of United States Of America Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 14 days 3 months
Business visa 14 days 6 months
Student visa 14 days duration of study
Journalist visa 14 days 1 year

General Requirements for United States Of America Visa


  • Passport /travel documents valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date with 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Passport-size photographs not older than 6 months taken in white background.
  • Copy of the appointment letter issued during application
  • DS-160 confirmation page
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of intending return to home country
  • Proof of sufficient funds for stay and return
  • Cover letter
  • Financial documents (shares, property papers, etc)
  • Application fee receipt
  • Copy of travel itinerary
  • Consular interview

United States Of America Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Student visa

160.00 (USD)

Journalist visa

160.00 (USD)

United States Of America Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda


Location

Address

Kigali

2657 Avenue de la Gendarmerie (Kacyiru) P.O. Box 28, Kigali,Rwanda

rw.usembassy.org

(+250) 252 596 400

Frequently Asked Questions


What happens to me if I overstay my visa?

If you overstay the duration of your visa for one year, you would be barred from reentering the country for ten years. If you overstay for less than 180 days, leaving the USA would not trigger any bars to reentry.


Can I go to jail for overstaying my visa?

No. Overstaying a visa although illegal is not a crime in the USA. It is a misdemeanor to enter the US without proper visa processing. Generally, deportation and visa restrictions are the penalties for overstaying your visa


Which city in the US has the highest concentration of black people?
According to the 2010 census, the city of Detroit has 82.7 percent of blacks as it’s resident population.

How much is an average hotel per night in the USA?
The hotel's price index in the first six months of 2014 found room prices are an average of $137 per night.

Where is the number one tourist destination in the United States?

The times square in New York was the most visited tourist attraction in 2011 with about 41.9 million tourists. Other frequently visited places include Disney world in Orlando California, Las Vegas strip in Las Vegas, Nevada.