RwandaAlbania: Visa required

RwandaAlbania

Do Rwanda passport holders need a visa for Albania?

Visa required

Yes. Rwanda passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Albania.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: punetejashtme.gov.al (checked May 29, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance4,923 km, straight line (~6h 18m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Albania132 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Albania passport holders visiting Rwanda: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near Albania

Rwanda passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

San Marino

Other visa-free destinations for Rwanda passport holders

See all Rwanda destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Rwanda passport holders need a visa for Albania?

Yes. Rwanda passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Albania.

How far is Albania from Rwanda?

About 4,923 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 18m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Albania?

Albanian lek (ALL).

What is the emergency number in Albania?

112 / 127 / 128 / 129.

What time zone is Albania in?

Tirane (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Tirane?

Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), about 12 km away.

How many countries can enter Albania without a visa?

132 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Albania visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Rwanda passport holders visit without a visa instead of Albania?

San Marino.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Rwanda

Rwanda, officially the Republic of Rwanda, is a landlocked country in East Africa. Its geography is dominated by mountains in the west and savanna in the southeast. The largest and most notable lakes are mainly in the western and northern regions of the country, and several volcanoes that form part of the Virunga volcanic chain are primarily in the northwest. The climate is considered tropical highland, with two rainy seasons and two dry seasons each year. Its capital and largest city is Kigali, located at the centre of the country, at 1,567 metres above sea level. Rwanda lies a few degrees south of the Equator in the Great Rift Valley of East Africa. Rwanda is bordered by Uganda to the north, Tanzania to the east, Burundi to the south, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west. With a population of about 14 million people living within a total area of 26,338 square kilometres (10,169 sq mi), of which land accounts for about 93.7%, Rwanda is the 21st most densely populated country in the world, with an average of about 578 people per square kilometre.

CapitalKigali

RegionEastern Africa

Population14.6M

Area26,338 km²

CurrencyRwandan franc (1 USD ≈ 1475.49 RWF)

LanguagesEnglish, French, Kinyarwanda

Calling code+250

Drives on theright

TimezoneKigali (UTC+2)

Nearest airportKigali International Airport (KGL), 9 km

Emergency number112 / 912

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$1,124 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.6M (2019)

Climate in Kigali

Warmest August, coolest November, driest July, sunniest May. Best time to visit: March, May, June, July, August, September, December.

Monthly climate normals for Kigali, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	25.5°C	15.4°C	133mm	286h
February	26.5°C	15.5°C	106mm	301h
March	25.9°C	15.7°C	99mm	303h
April	24.7°C	15.7°C	165mm	277h
May	24.6°C	15.3°C	58mm	350h
June	25.1°C	15.3°C	19mm	323h
July	26.1°C	15.3°C	11mm	325h
August	27.9°C	16°C	19mm	337h
September	27.9°C	15.5°C	59mm	321h
October	26.1°C	15.2°C	169mm	317h
November	25.3°C	14.8°C	126mm	290h
December	25.8°C	14.6°C	101mm	331h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Rwanda is an East African country known as the land of a thousand hills. It is easily accessible from Kenya and Uganda, and is one of the safest and most organised countries on the continent. The rolling green highlands, volcanic mountains, and ancient rainforests make it a striking destination. Rwanda is best known for mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, but also offers savannah wildlife in Akagera National Park, chimpanzee tracking and canopy walks in Nyungwe National Park, and a vibrant capital in Kigali. The country is compact, well connected, and easy to travel around.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Memorial sites of the Genocide: Nyamata, Murambi, Gisozi and Bisesero
Nyungwe Forest

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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About Albania

Albania, officially the Republic of Albania, is a country in Southeastern Europe. It is located in the Balkans, on the Adriatic and Ionian Seas within the Mediterranean Sea, and shares land borders with Montenegro to the northwest, Kosovo to the northeast, North Macedonia to the east and Greece to the south. With an area of 28,748 km2 (11,100 sq mi), it has a varied range of climatic, geological, hydrological and morphological conditions. Landscapes range from rugged snow-capped mountains in the Albanian Alps and the Korab, Skanderbeg, Pindus and Ceraunian Mountains, to fertile lowland plains extending from the Adriatic and Ionian sea coasts. Tirana is the capital and largest city, followed by Durrës, Vlorë, and Shkodër.

CapitalTirane

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population2.3M

Area28,748 km²

CurrencyAlbanian lek (1 USD ≈ 81.14 ALL)

LanguagesAlbanian

Calling code+355

Drives on theright

TimezoneTirane (UTC+2)

Nearest airportTirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), 12 km

Emergency number112 / 127 / 128 / 129

UNESCO sites4

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$12,998 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.7M (2020)

Climate in Tirane

Warmest August, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Tirane, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	11.4°C	1.7°C	70mm	237h
February	13.6°C	3.9°C	97mm	247h
March	16°C	6°C	145mm	283h
April	19°C	8.7°C	90mm	284h
May	23.3°C	13.2°C	88mm	354h
June	25.2°C	15.9°C	54mm	404h
July	31.3°C	19.8°C	8mm	431h
August	31.5°C	20.3°C	43mm	393h
September	28.2°C	17.6°C	159mm	320h
October	21.3°C	12.3°C	205mm	290h
November	17.6°C	7.9°C	6mm	243h
December	14.5°C	8.1°C	166mm	178h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Albania is a country in the Balkan region of Europe with unspoiled beaches, mountainous landscapes, traditional cuisine, archaeological artefacts, unique traditions, low prices and the wild atmosphere of the countryside. It is one of the sunniest countries in Europe. The country has an extensive archaeological heritage; it was part of Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire until its first declaration of independence in 1912, becoming a kingdom and then a communist dictatorship before becoming a democratic republic. Albania is one of just a few Muslim majority nations in Europe.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Butrint
Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastër
Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Dita e Pavarësisë

November 30, 2026Dita e Çlirimit

December 8, 2026Dita Kombëtare e Rinisë

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