Rwanda visa requirements for Swazis

Travel and visa requirements

Rwandan Visa is not required for Swazis

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Eswatini citizens looking to travelling to Rwanda are granted visa on arrival for a stay up to 30 days at the port of entry.
  • Citizens of Eswatini also have the option to apply for an electronic visa for the same duration of stay as the visa on arrival.
  • Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Rwanda. The passport should have at least a blank page for visa stamps.
  • Eswatini nationals travelling to Rwanda must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Rwanda. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
  • The import and export of local currency are limited to RWF5000. Although the import and export of foreign currency are unlimited, it must be declared upon arrival and exchanged within 8 days.
  • Tourists are required to provide proof of enough funds through a recent bank statement to cater for their needs during their stay in Rwanda.
  • Travellers under the age of 18 must show travel authorisation from their parents or guardians.
  • Ethiopian Airways, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Kenya Airways and EgyptAir are some of the carriers that fly from Eswatini to Rwanda.
  • The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Rwanda is 3 hours, 53 minutes.
  • Christianity is the dominant religion in Rwanda with Roman Catholics, Protestants and Seventh-day Adventist being the leading denominations. About 5% of the population are Sunni Muslims and 2% practice indigenous religions.
  • Kinyarwanda is the most widely spoken language in Rwanda and also one of the country’s official language alongside French, English and Swahili.
  • The Rwandan Franc is the official currency used in Rwanda. However, the US dollar can also be used for transaction purposes. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Tourists can transport themselves in Rwanda through buses, taxis and car rentals.
  • Rwanda has a temperate tropical highland climate. From June to mid-September is the long dry season which is generally the best time to visit, from October to November is the rainy season and the short dry season from December to February.
  • Brochettes, Mandazi and Ugali are some foods tourists can try during their stay in Rwanda.
  • Tourists in Rwanda can budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses.
  • The power and socket plug used in Rwanda are of Type C and J. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Rwanda uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2), hence, there is no time difference between Rwanda and Eswatini.
  • Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Rwanda?

Rwanda is one of the safest destinations in Africa, particularly for solo travellers since locals are welcoming, friendly and hospitable. Crime is relatively low, with visitors sometimes experiencing petty crimes.

What is the capital of Rwanda?

Kigali is the capital and largest city of Rwanda. It is near the nation's geographic centre. The city has been Rwanda's economic, cultural, and transport hub since it became capital at independence in 1962.

What is the best time to visit Rwanda?

The best time to visit Rwanda for a gorilla trek is during the short dry season from mid-December to early February or over the long dry season months of June to September.