You need a visa for Rwanda if you have a Guernsey passport

These visas exist for Rwanda, but they cannot be applied for online with Guernsey nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Guernsey citizens need a visa for Rwanda?

Yes. Guernsey citizens need a visa for Rwanda. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Rwanda may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 1 blank page
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel or lodge booking confirmation
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Guernsey travellers

These rules apply specifically to Guernsey passport holders entering Rwanda as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Rwanda
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Rwanda Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Rwanda
Travelers don’t need to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter Rwanda. Travelers aged 12 years and above who are eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations are encouraged to have a complete vaccination course before traveling to Rwanda.
Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Rwanda.
Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required for transit
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test when transiting through Rwanda.
Last checked 2026-08-03

A look at Rwanda

Volcanoes National Park — Home to endangered mountain gorillas
Kigali — Africa's cleanest city and Rwanda's vibrant capital
Lake Kivu — Rwanda's stunning freshwater lake bordering the Congo
Virunga Mountains — The majestic volcanic range spanning Rwanda, Uganda, and DRC