Qatar
A valid passport (at least 6 months validity) and a Qatar visa are required. U.S. citizens may obtain a tourist or business visa upon arrival at Doha International Airport (valid 30 days, extendable for another 30). Former resident permit holders returning for short visits need a "no objection letter" from their former sponsor.
For details, visit Qatar's E-Government portal or contact the Embassy of Qatar at 2555 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20037, tel. (202) 274-1600. Also, the Consulate General of Qatar is at 1990 Post Oak Blvd. Suite 810, Houston, TX 77056, tel. (713) 355-8221.
Military personnel should contact the Department of Defense or the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing at 011-974-3360-0906, or the Office of Military Cooperation Qatar at 011-974-4488-6746 for specific entry/exit rules.
Romania
A passport valid for 3 months beyond departure is required. U.S. citizens may stay for up to 90 days in a 6-month period without a visa. Longer stays require an extension from the Romanian Immigration Office. Overstays can result in fines and bans on re-entry. Visit the Embassy of Romania at 1607 23rd St. NW, Washington, DC 20008, tel. (202) 332-4829, or the Romanian consulates in Los Angeles, Chicago, or New York City.
Foreigners must carry ID at all times. Those with temporary or permanent stay permits must present them on request; others should carry passports (copies recommended).
Russia
See Russia entry requirements.
Rwanda
A passport (at least 6 months validity) and a visa are required. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is recommended. Visas are available on arrival at land borders or Kigali International Airport ($50 single entry / $70 multiple, 30-day validity, payable by credit card or U.S. currency). Longer stays require applying for a permit at the Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration in Kigali within 15 days of arrival.
Those planning to work must apply for a work permit upon arrival. Contact Rwanda's Directorate of Immigration or the Embassy of Rwanda, 1875 Connecticut Ave NW #540, Washington, DC 20009, tel. (202) 232-2882.
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IMPORTANT: The foreign entry requirements listed here were obtained from foreign embassies or consulates. This information is subject to change. Verify the data with the consular officials of the countries you plan to visit well in advance. For further information, see our embassy list.
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