Kigali Visa for Indians: Visa on Arrival
Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders
Indian passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for Kigali, subject to the current document and entry conditions below. The listed stay is 30 days (extendable to 90 days).
Last verified against official sources: 14 April 2026
Key Information
Key Requirements
- Valid passport 6+ months
- Return flight ticket
- Yellow Fever vaccination certificate
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
Arrive at Kigali International Airport
- 2
Go to visa counter
- 3
Pay $50
- 4
Receive 30-day visa stamp
Documents Required
- Valid passport
- Return flight ticket
- Yellow Fever certificate
- $50 cash for visa fee
Pro Tips
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park is the highlight
- Book gorilla permits months in advance ($1,500)
- Kigali is one of Africa's cleanest and safest cities
Important Notes
- • Visa on arrival for all Indians — no advance application
- • Yellow Fever vaccination required
- • Rwanda is one of Africa's safest and cleanest countries
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