Getting started
- Step by step guide to visas and work permits application
From 1st Jan 2018, Nationals of all countries receive visa on arrival at Kigali International Airport and all land borders.
Citizens of countries members to the following international organizations; African Union, Commonwealth and La Francophonie get visa upon arrival and are waived visa fees for a visit of 30 days.
A citizen of East African Community Member States shall be issued a pass/entry visa free of charge upon arrival to stay for the period of six months.
Important link: Rwanda Directorate General of immigration and Emigration
Visa Information
Business Visa
For whom: All persons undertaking commercial pursuits in the Republic of Rwanda
Validity and Duration: Valid for 2 years renewable. Multiple entries Issued within three days of submitting all required documents
Cost: RWF 150,000
Requirements
- Any genuine acceptable travel document valid not less than 6 months.
- Payment of 150.000 Frw
- Business registration certificate
- Police clearance certificate from the country of residence for the previous six months
- Detailed curriculum vitae
- Photo with white background
- Completed permit application form
- Application letter to the Director General of Immigration and Emigration
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The labor law no. 22/2002 of 09/07/2002 regulates employment and labor issues in Rwanda. The law provides for the protection of employees, general conditions of employment, trade unions and employer organizations as well as health, safety and environment.
Rwanda prides itself in having a flexible labor policy with a multi lingual work force. Labor is affordable and productivity has been steadily growing. With recruitment agencies available to facilitate the recruitment process, accessing quality human resource has been made simpler
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At the RDB headquarters, an investor could register for taxes, pay their taxes and apply for tax exemptions. Our partnership with the Rwanda Revenue Authority means that our services to you are more comprehensive and delivered more efficiently.