✈️ Heading to Rwanda? We've gathered some tips from the bunq community to make sure your trip is the smoothest it can be. 😎
Check them out below! 🌈 👇
Using your card
💳 Do I need cash in Rwanda, or can I use my card everywhere?
Rwanda is a cash driven society. Be sure to withdraw enough cash ahead of time.
ATM's that accept foreign cards can be hard to find outside of touristy areas, so make sure to withdraw enough.
💰 What currency do they use here?
The currency here is Rwandan franc. The symbol is Fr or RWF.
🏧 Which ATM’s can I use for free?
The bunq community hasn't reported reported any free ATM's here yet. If you find one, help other bunqers by sharing it here!
💵 If I want cash, how much should I take out of an ATM?
100 000 RWF should be enough for a few days.
💳 Should I choose local currency or Euros when paying?
If you're asked to choose between local currency and Euros, always choose local currency.
That way bunq does the conversion for you, and you get to take advantage of the best rates with bunq ZeroFX.
Staying connected
📱 Can I roam, or should I get a local SIM?
Most EU mobile plans will charge you for roaming.
If you want to get a local SIM card, you can learn about your options here.
Useful things to know
💁♀️ How does tipping work?
Tipping is not expected here.
🍺 How much does a 0.5L beer cost?
€1,00
🍽 How much does an average meal cost?
€1,50
🚨 What’s the emergency number?
There are different numbers for the different services here.
- 🚓 Police: 112
- 🚑 Ambulance: 912
- 🚒 Fire: 112
🔌 What type of plug do they use?
This one! It’s the standard two pin plug.
🚗 What side of the road do they drive on?
They drive on the right side of the road here.
🗺 How do I navigate my way around?
Google Maps works well here.
Otherwise, we recommend Rome2Rio as the best way to find out how to get anywhere. It even tells you the cost of each option. 🙌
👀 Any other good tips?
If you can´t get enough of adventure, do not miss the opportunity to go on a gorilla safari.
If you've been to Rwanda 🇷🇼 share your experience! The following would be really useful for other bunqers to know:
- Which ATMs are free to use?
- What card should I use and where?
- Any other info you think may be useful.
Share your experience with us in the comments below! 🌈 👇
