Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa
Tourists visiting Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda on one trip.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The East Africa Tourist Visa is a multiple-entry tourist visa for travel between Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda for up to 90 days. It must be applied for through the country that is your first destination.
Tanzania, Burundi and the DRC are not covered and need separate visas.
Who needs it
- Meant for tourism travelers whose nationality is eligible for standard tourist visas.
- Nationalities needing prior security clearance (examples: Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria) typically cannot use it and must apply for single-country visas.
- Transit under 24 hours in the airport transit area needs no visa; a 72-hour Transit Visa is suggested if you leave the airport.
- Every person including infants needs their own visa.
2Requirements
- PassportValid at least 6 months beyond arrival; blurry scans are the main denial cause.
- Travel detailsDetails of the trip.
- Email addressA valid email address.
- MinorsBirth certificate, plus a notarized consent letter from the non-traveling parent if one parent travels.
Important to know
- Apply through the country of first entry; a visa issued by Uganda or Kenya is treated as invalid on entering Rwanda and a new visa must be bought on the spot.
- Entering Tanzania or another non-participating country voids the visa immediately, even with days left.
- Blurry passport scans are the main denial reason.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application.
- Receive your resultThe visa arrives by email as a PDF; printing it and carrying it with your passport is recommended.
4Timing and speed
Speed options are not itemized.
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal at no service charge.
6After approval
- The visa arrives by email as a PDF; printing it and carrying it with your passport is recommended.
- It cannot be extended; stays beyond 90 days require leaving the zone and applying again.
- If denied, a new application can usually be filed.
?Questions about Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa
Which countries are included?
Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda; Tanzania, Burundi and the DRC are excluded.
Where should I apply?
Through your first entry country.
When does the 90-day clock start?
On first entry into Rwanda, not on approval, but you must enter within the issue window.
Can I enter multiple times?
Yes, within the 90 days as long as you stay in the three-country bloc.
What if I go to Tanzania or Zanzibar?
The visa ends immediately, even with days left.
Who cannot use it?
Nationalities requiring security clearance typically must apply for single-country visas.
Do children need their own visa?
Yes, with a birth certificate and a notarized consent letter if traveling with one parent.
How long does processing take?
As little as 30 minutes depending on speed; apply at least 2 days ahead.
How long does the Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa take?
Processing: as fast as 15 minutes. Official processing: a few business days. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
