Quick Travel Tools Do I need a visa for Rwanda with a Canadian passport?
No visa required for stays up to 30 days.
What you need
- Passport: Canadian passport, typically valid 6+ months beyond your stay.
- Maximum stay: 30 days on this entry type.
Rwanda at a glance
| Region | Africa |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 30 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/E/G sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Rwanda is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 30 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Rwanda compares to 179 countries.
Pack a plug adapter: Canadian devices use Type A/B/NEMA 14-30/NEMA 14-50, but Rwanda uses Type C/E/G. Voltage differs too (230/400 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 347/600 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Rwanda.
Common questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
No. No visa required for stays up to 30 days.
How long can a Canadian passport holder stay in Rwanda?
Up to 30 days on this entry type. Longer stays require a different visa category.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from a public passport-requirement dataset and can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Rwanda's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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