The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) One Stop Center offers a streamlined application process for essential licenses and permits required for business and import/export operations across various sectors. Through the RDB One-Stop Center, registered businesses and legally recognized entities can apply for and manage sector-specific documents online via new.irembo.gov.rw
Explore available services by sector below:
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Mining Sector
The mining sector in Rwanda plays a vital role in the country’s economic development. RDB works closely with the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB) to facilitate licenses that ensure sustainable, environmentally responsible, and legal mining operations.
Who can apply?
- Individuals with a registered company
- Legally recognized business entities
Available Licenses
License Type Processing Time
Price Validity
Exploration License 60 Days
900,000 Rwf 4 Years Mining License (Small/Med/Large) 60 Days 1.8M / 2.7M / 4.5M Rwf
15 Years Mineral Trading License
30 Days
200,000 Rwf
5 Years
Mineral Processing License
30 Days
100,000 Rwf
7 Years Industrial Quarry License
60 Days
4,500,000 Rwf 15 Years Commercial Quarry License
30 Days
450,000 Rwf 5 Years Non-commercial Quarry License
30 Days
5,000 Rwf Project-based
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Real Estate Sector
Rwanda’s growing real estate industry is supported by a clear, regulated system for building and occupancy. These permits ensure that new structures meet safety, design, and planning standards.
Who can apply?
- Individuals with a registered company
- Legally recognized business entities
Available Permits
License Type Processing Time
Price Range (Based on Gross Floor Area)
Validity
Construction Permit 21 Days
20,000 – 200,000 Rwf 1–2 Years (Renewable)
Occupation Permit 10 Days 20,000 – 200,000 Rwf
N/A
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Agro-processing Sector
Agro-processing is a major contributor to Rwanda’s GDP, transforming local raw materials into competitive market products. Licenses and certifications help maintain high quality, safety, and hygiene standards in line with global practices.
Who can apply?
- Individuals with a registered company
- Legally recognized business entities
Available Licenses & Certifications
License Type Processing Time
Price
Validity
Premises & Process Control Approval (High-risk)
21 Days
Free
5 Years
Practices & Systems Certification (Local/Foreign) 45–90 Days From 100,000 Rwf to 4,200 USD
2–5 Years
Manufacturing Premise Registration 14 Days Free 3 Years Slaughterhouse Premise Registration
14 Days
Free
1 Year
Milk Collection Premise Registration 14 Days Free 5 Years
Butchery Premise Registration 14 Days Free
2 Years Meat Storage Facility Registration 14 Days Free 2 Years Processed Food Product Registration
30 Days 100,000 Rwf 5 Years
Certification for High-Risk Products 30 Days 100,000 Rwf
2 Years
Disposal Application 30 Days Free 1 Day Operational License for Tea Factory 7 Days
Free 1 Year Export Document for Coffee or Tea
2 Days Free Coffee: 5 Years; Tea: Per Batch