Rwanda travel details
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Rwanda has a population of 12M with main currency as Rwandan Franc. The languages spoken are Kinyarwanda. Rwanda travel safety advice is Exercise normal safety precautions. Automatic teller machines are rare in Rwanda. Internet speed in Rwanda is on average 9.9 Mbps.
Rwanda travel advice
⬤ Exercise normal safety precautions
We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions in Rwanda overall. Higher levels apply in some areas. The land border with Burundi is currently closed (see 'Travel').
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in Rwanda.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Issue Date : 29 May 2024
Rwanda weather
Rwanda essential details
Plugs
Rwanda uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type J.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Kinyarwanda
Money in Rwanda
Currencies
Rwanda uses the Rwandan franc (symbol: Fr), code RWF.Banknotes come in denominations of 5000, 2000, 1000 and 500 francs. Franc is subdivided into 100 centimes. Coins come in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 francs.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are rare in Rwanda. Your best bet is to look for them in large cities and community places.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet in Rwanda
Internet
Internet speed in Rwanda is on average 9.9 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Rwanda is very low. It's quite hard to find one.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 12,642.00 RWF, which includes 2 GB of data plan. You can choose from 4 telecoms: Airtel, KTRN, MTN or Tigo. Rwanda uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Rwanda upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call Rwanda, dial +, then 250 (the country code for Rwanda), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Rwanda, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 250 .
Rwanda travel details
Driving in Rwanda
Rwanda map
Rwanda visa advice
If you're considering exploring Rwanda beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Rwanda transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Rwanda, understanding Rwanda Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.