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Rwanda Visa for Canadian citizens (2026)

Yes. Canadian citizens can apply for a Rwanda eVisa online (Tourist Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days), East Africa Visa (Multiple Entries for 90 days), Conference Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days)).

If you are travelling on a Canada passport, Rwanda is reachable with an online eVisa instead of an embassy appointment. Canadian travellers can complete the whole Rwanda application from home and receive the approval by email.

Online eVisa

Available

Government fee

range from US$90.00 to US$150.00, depending on the visa type

Processing

5 working days

Permitted stay

30 days or 90 days

Can Canadian citizens get a Rwanda eVisa?

Rwanda grants online eligibility to Canadian citizens across 4 visa options such as Tourist Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days), East Africa Visa (Multiple Entries for 90 days), Conference Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days). Rwanda currently supports Single Entry or Multiple Entries, with a permitted stay of 30 days or 90 days. Government fees range from US$90.00 to US$150.00, depending on the visa type. Standard processing is typically 5 working days.

Rwanda visa options for Canadian citizens

Tourist Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days)
✓ Eligible

Single Entry for 30 days

Duration

30 days

Processing

5 working days

Validity

90 days

Gov. fee

$90.00

East Africa Visa (Multiple Entries for 90 days)
✓ Eligible

Multiple Entries for 90 days

Duration

90 days

Processing

5 working days

Validity

90 days

Gov. fee

$150.00

Conference Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days)
✓ Eligible

Single Entry for 30 days

Duration

30 days

Processing

5 working days

Validity

72 hours

Gov. fee

$90.00

Transit Evisa (Single Entry for 3 days)
✓ Eligible

Single Entry for 3 days

Duration

3 days

Processing

5 working days

Validity

72 hours

Gov. fee

$90.00

Documents and tips for Canadian travellers

Canadian passports come in 5- and 10-year versions; whichever you hold, verify it meets the destination’s minimum validity beyond your planned departure. Charges are usually in US dollars, so Canadian applicants should expect a minor CAD-to-USD conversion on their card statement. The most common avoidable mistake for Canadian citizens: applying with an expiring passport: renew first if your Canadian passport is within a few months of expiry, or the eVisa may be tied to a document you can no longer use.

  • Match your application to the names and passport number on your current Canadian passport.
  • Dual Canadian citizens should apply on the passport they will physically travel on to avoid mismatches at the border.
  • Save the approval to your phone — Canadian travellers are often asked for it when connecting through a third country.

Rwanda visa FAQ for Canadian citizens

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?v
Canadian citizens travelling to Rwanda can apply online for an eVisa rather than visiting an embassy. Eligible options include Tourist Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days), East Africa Visa (Multiple Entries for 90 days), Conference Evisa (Single Entry for 30 days). Government fees range from US$90.00 to US$150.00, depending on the visa type.
How much does the Rwanda eVisa cost for Canadian citizens?v
Government fees range from US$90.00 to US$150.00, depending on the visa type. Charges are usually in US dollars, so Canadian applicants should expect a minor CAD-to-USD conversion on their card statement.
How long does Rwanda eVisa processing take for Canadian applicants?v
Standard processing is typically 5 working days.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Rwanda?v
The permitted stay is commonly 30 days or 90 days, within a visa validity of 90 days or 72 hours. Always match your trip to the entry type you select (Single Entry or Multiple Entries).
What passport validity do Canadian citizens need for Rwanda?v
Canadian passports come in 5- and 10-year versions; whichever you hold, verify it meets the destination’s minimum validity beyond your planned departure.

Next steps

Visa rules can change. Confirm details with official Rwanda immigration authorities close to your travel date.

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