Zimbabwe visa requirements for Rwandans
Travel and visa requirements
Zimbabwean Visa is not required for Rwandans
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Rwandans visiting Zimbabwe are granted visa on arrival for a period of 90 days.
- Rwandan passports must be valid for the duration of stay in Zimbabwe.
- Visitors are required to provide at least two blank pages of their passport for visa stamps.
- There are no restrictions on exporting goods up to a value of ZWD 5000 by each person.
- A departure tax of 30 USD is imposed on travellers leaving the country.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination will be requested from visitors at the port of entry.
- Travellers must have onward or return tickets.
- An import licence is required to import fresh meat, agricultural products, seeds, bulbs, and drugs.
- Cats and dogs require a permit issued by the Director of Veterinary Services, Post Office Box no. 8012, Causeway, Harare, along with a health certificate.
- Pet animals may enter as cargo or as traveller's checked luggage but not in the cabin.
- Zimbabwe has 16 official languages with English, Shona, and Ndebele as the most commonly used.
- Zimbabwe has a tropical climate with many local variations.
- The southern areas are known for their heat and aridity, parts of the central plateau receive frost in winter, the Zambezi valley is also known for its extreme heat and the Eastern Highlands usually experience cool temperatures and the highest rainfall in the country.
- The country's rainy season generally runs from late October to March.
- Large parts of Zimbabwe were once covered by forests with abundant wildlife
- The main tourist attraction in Zimbabwe is the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi which is located in the north-west of the country and is shared with Zambia.
- Traditional arts in Zimbabwe include pottery, basketry, textiles, jewellery and carving.
- Transportation within Zimbabwe is made through road vehicles with water, air and railways.
- In Zimbabwe, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need malaria pills for Zimbabwe?
Most travellers to Zimbabwe will need vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Typhoid fever, Influenza, and Polio as well as medications for malaria prophylaxis and travellers' diarrhoea.
Is Zimbabwe safe for travel?
Violent crimes such as assault, carjacking, and home invasion is common so you should stay alert and avoid openly displaying cash. You should also carry a copy of your passport and visa and leave originals in your hotel.
Can I spend US dollars in Zimbabwe?
The US dollar is now the official currency of Zimbabwe. Bond notes can be used for some purchases in Zimbabwe but are worthless outside the country.
Can I drink tap water in Zimbabwe?
The tap water in some areas of Zimbabwe is fine to drink while it is unsafe in some other areas. We would recommend that you always drink bottled water to be safe during your time in Zimbabwe and to eliminate any worry you may have.