United Kingdom visa requirements for Rwandan passport holders
Yes. Rwandan passport holders need a visa to visit United Kingdom for tourism. The visa fee is GBP 135. A decision usually takes 21 days.
Rwandan passport holders need a visa to visit United Kingdom for tourism.
Get your documents complete and consistent before you apply, then check whether you are ready.
Fees and timing
| Visa fee | GBP 135 |
|---|---|
| Processing time | 21 days |
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At the border
These apply when you cross the border. They are separate from your visa application.
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
Depending on nationality and reason for coming to the UK (for example visiting or transiting through a UK airport), you may be able to apply for an ETA instead of a visa.
No start date has been confirmed. Applies to you if you do not need a visa.
Why we say this
Immigration Rules Appendix Visitor: Visa national list, VN 1.1
Verified on October 31, 2026 (1 day ago).
How applying works
Gather your documents
8 documents. Upload what you already have, we read them and fill the rest.
Review your application
Complete the official application form
Pay the GBP 135 visa fee
Paid at UK Visa Application Centre.
Book your biometrics appointment
Give your fingerprints and hand in your file at UK Visa Application Centre.
Then the consulate decides
Typically 21 calendar days.
Requirements last updated October 2026.