Getting to Rwanda
Travel And Entry Regulations
Kigali International Airport (also known as Kanombe Airport) is the only international airport in Rwanda. Several daily flights connect Kigali with other capitals of the sub-region and intercontinental flights allow passenger traffic between Europe, Middle East and other continents, directly or with a connection.
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The Kigali Convention Centre is located 5 km from the bustling city centre and the Kigali International Airport (KGL). Business delegates are within a few kilometres of government and corporate offices, and leisure travellers will delight in nearby local landmarks and attractions.
With eighteen individual meeting rooms alongside the main auditorium, and a dedicated events team, The Kigali Convention Centre is one of the region’s largest and most well-respected venues which can host more than 5,000 delegates at a time. It also offers first-class accommodation at the stylish, adjacent Radisson Blu hotel, as well as a range of restaurants in which to relax and network informally, making it the perfect venue for MIM 2024.
From 1st Jan 2018, Nationals of all countries receive visas on arrival at Kigali International Airport and all land borders. Citizens of countries members to the following international organizations; African Union, Commonwealth, and La Francophonie get visas upon arrival and are waived visa fees for a visit of 30 days.
A citizen of East African Community Member States shall be issued a pass/entry visa free of charge upon arrival to stay for a period of six months.
The following countries to be granted 90 days valid visa free of charge upon arrival: Angola, Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, Cote d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, The Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, Ghana, Guinea, Indonesia, Haiti, Mauritius, Philippines, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Sao Tome and Principe, Singapore, and the state of Qatar.
For more information, please visit the following website:
https://www.migration.gov.rw/our-services/visa-issued-under-special-arrangement.
Health Information
The Rwandan Ministry of Health requires all travellers coming from countries where yellow fever is endemic to produce proof of vaccination at border posts. The latest guidance from Rwanda for Yellow Fever can be found here: https://www.rbc.gov.rw/index.php?id=745
Health Services
First aid and emergency services will be available at the Kigali Convention Center. For more extensive medical services, delegates are advised to seek treatment at one of the following hospitals:
- King Faisal Hospital: +250 788307561
- Centre Hospitlier Universitaire de Kigali/CHUK: +250 788868240
- Kanombe Military Hospital: +250 788305703
Medical Insurance
The Host Country does not cover travel insurance and medical insurance for conference attendees. If you are on medication, please carry sufficient supplies for the duration of your stay.
Known as the land of a thousand hills, Rwanda’s stunning scenery and warm, friendly people offer unique experiences in one of the most remarkable countries in the world. It is blessed with extraordinary biodiversity, with incredible wildlife living throughout its volcanoes, montane rainforest and sweeping plains.
Travellers come from far and wide to catch a glimpse of the magnificent gorillas, yet there is so much more to see and experience.
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Travel Tips
Here are some tips that will help
better navigate the local culture and enjoy your time in Rwanda
Currency
The unit of currency is the Rwandan Franc (RWF). Exchange rates are subject to fluctuation. Central bank rates can be found on the National Bank of Rwanda
Banking Services
Banking hours are from 09:00 to 18:00 on weekdays and from 09:00 to 15:00 on Saturdays. Banking amenities are available at all commercial banks. Most banks have cash dispensing machines accepting Visa, MasterCard, and Cirrus.
Climate
The month of April is the rainy season in Rwanda. The average temperature in Kigali in April, for a typical day, ranges from a high of 76°F (25°C) to a low of 59°F (15°C). Some would describe it as pleasantly warm, humid but cool.
Local Time
The time in Rwanda is GMT+2. The time zone is Central African Time (CAT).
Plastic bags
As part of an environmental protection policy, plastic bags are not allowed in Rwanda. Passengers entering Kigali International Airport, or any other border posts with plastic bags are required to discard them and are supplied with an environmentally friendly alternative.
Electric supply
The electricity supply in Rwanda is 220/240V AC. You are advised to bring your own round, two-prong adapter, and transformer for 110V AC.
Telecommunications
The two Rwandan mobile telecommunication service providers available are MTN and Airtel. Mobile telephone service providers also provide a gateway to the Internet using GPRS, 3G, and 4G. Cell phone SIM cards are widely available.
Emergency services
In case of emergency, please refer to the numbers listed below: Fire Brigade (Toll-Free from a local line): 111 or +250 788 311 224 Ambulance (Toll-Free from a local line): 912 General Assistance (Toll-free from a local line): 997 Rwanda National Police (Toll-free from a local line): 112
Business and shopping hours
Public offices open from 09:00 to 17:00, while businesses
open from 09:00 to 22:00, Monday to Friday. Weekend business
hours range between 09:00 and 22:00.
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