Cabo Verde Cabo Verde Rwanda Rwanda
Visa on arrival

Cabo Verde passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Rwandan ports of entry for tourism purposes, or apply online in advance.

Last verified: 2026-02-05

At a glance

Max stay See requirements
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
Entry type Visa on arrival
Onward ticket Valid return/onward ticket if travelling by air (or as required by authorities/airline).

Entry requirements

  • Rwanda offers visa on arrival for Cabo Verde citizens at all international airports and land borders.
  • Citizens of all countries can obtain visas on arrival, with fees varying by nationality (East African Community citizens get free 6-month visas).
  • Online applications are also available through Rwanda's immigration portal for advance processing.

Passport

Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on travel history.

Visa on arrival is available at all ports of entry. Online applications can be submitted in advance for faster processing.

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Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.