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Visa on arrival
Rwanda visa for Nigerian citizens
Rwanda grants visa on arrival to travellers of all nationalities, including Nigerians, making it one of the simplest African destinations to enter.
Fee
Visa on arrival fees vary by stay length; an eVisa can also be arranged online in advance if preferred.
Processing time
Not applicable for visa on arrival — processed at the border. eVisa applications (if used instead) are typically processed within a few days.
Max stay
Commonly up to 30 or 90 days depending on visa type — confirmed at the point of entry.
Who needs this
No advance visa is required for Nigerian citizens — Rwanda has granted visa on arrival to all nationalities since January 2018.
Document checklist
Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page
Proof of accommodation (sometimes requested)
Return or onward flight ticket
Application steps
- 1No advance visa application needed for visa on arrival
- 2Optionally apply for an eVisa online in advance if you prefer not to process on arrival
- 3Present your passport and required documents at the border
How Tripmate can help
Flight bookings
Hotel reservations
Conference and retreat logistics for Kigali trips
Rwanda Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration
Confirmed via Rwanda's official visa policy pages describing universal visa-on-arrival access since January 2018. Visa rules change quickly — always confirm current fees and documents on the official link above before applying or paying anything.
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