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ZimbabweZimbabwe visa requirements for Rwanda citizens (2026)
Visa on arrival. Rwanda passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. No advance application is needed, but bring the fee and your onward ticket.
Visa on arrival, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Zimbabwe entry requirements for Rwanda citizens
- Requirement
- Visa on arrival
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
What to bring to Zimbabwe
- Passport valid 6+ months with at least one blank page
- Visa-on-arrival fee (cash in USD/EUR or card, check which)
- Return or onward ticket
- Hotel booking or host address
- Passport photo (some border posts ask for one)
Easier alternatives for Rwanda passport holders
Countries in Eastern Africa and other popular destinations with simpler entry for the Rwanda passport than Zimbabwe, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | Visa-free | 180 days |
Zimbabwe at a glance for travellers
- 144 of 198 passports can enter Zimbabwe without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Rwanda passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 58 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Official portal | Zimbabwe e-Visa portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Zimbabwe entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Rwanda citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?
Rwanda passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. No advance application is needed, but bring the fee and your onward ticket.
What documents do Rwanda passport holders need for Zimbabwe?
Passport valid 6+ months with at least one blank page; Visa-on-arrival fee (cash in USD/EUR or card, check which); Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or host address; Passport photo (some border posts ask for one).
Do Rwanda passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Zimbabwe?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. The visa is issued at the border on arrival.