Embassy of France in Kigali

If you are living or residing in Kigali and planning a trip to France, you may want to know the address, phone or office hours of the Embassy of France in Kigali.

This information is for:

  • Rwandan passport holders living in Kigali
  • French passports traveling/working or living in Kigali
  • Foreign passports currently residing in Kigali

Embassy Information

Address: 3, Kn 33 St Bp441 - Kigali
Phone: + 250 252 551 800
Fax: + 250 252 551 820
Email:
Website: http://www.ambafrance-rw.org/
Office hours:
Current time in Kigali 07:02 AM Thursday, January 23 2025-01-23 (GMT +0200)
Current time in France 19:02 PM Wednesday, January 22 2025-01-22 (GMT -1000)

The following services may be available at the Embassy:

  • Issuance/renewal of passports
  • Document notarization
  • Issuing visas to France
  • Offering assistance in case of emergencies for French citizens

Fast Facts:

  • Distance: The distance between Kigali and Paris is 5999.14 km (3727.69 miles). The average travel time is 12 hours 29 minutes.
  • Time difference: Kigali is 1:00 hours ahead of Paris. When the time is 05:17 on November, Monday 18 in Kigali, it is 04:17 on November, Monday 18 in Paris

Map and Directions

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Distance from city center 8.42 km ( 5.23 miles)
Nearest airport Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Distance to airport 7.77 kms

Office Hours

Date Office hours Note
Sunday (Today, November 17, 2024) Closed
Monday (November 18, 2024) 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00
Tuesday (November 19, 2024) 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00
Wednesday (November 20, 2024) 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00
Thursday (November 21, 2024) 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00
Friday (November 22, 2024) 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00
Saturday (November 23, 2024) Closed

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. Where is the embassy of France located?

It is located at 3, Kn 33 St Bp441 - Kigali. Coordinates: (30.066659, -1.9484979).

2. How do I contact the France Embassy in Kigali?

You can contact the embassy by phone at: + 250 252 551 800. The working hours are from except official holidays in France and Rwanda.

3. Is the embassy open now?

No, it is closed now. The current time in Kigali is 07:02.

Do you need a travel visa?

Disclaimers:

This is NOT the official website of the Embassy of France in Kigali. This website is for informational/reference purposes only.

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Humidity 76%
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Sunrise 12:31 PM

Useful Information

SITE MAP map point
8.42 km ( 5.23 miles) from city center
Nearby landmarks
Kigali (Berg) 166 m
Jali (Berg) 5.43 km
Banks & ATMs
National Bank of Rwanda 317 m
BANK POPULAIRE 560 m
Worldbank 567 m
I&M Bank 583 m
I & M Bank 589 m
Development Bank of Rwanda 605 m
Ecobank 746 m