Special Economic Zones / Application for an Export Processing Zone user license
Summary of the procedure
List of steps
List of steps
(18)
1
Obtain an appointment with the developer to visit the zone and identify the land to be purchased
2
Lease land from the developer
3
Create user account and submit ESIA application
4
Site visit
5
Obtain notification that ESIA is necessary
6
Obtain ESIA study report
7
Submit the ESIA study report
8
Obtain electronic copy of the ESIA certificate
9
Obtain ESIA certificate and sign conditions of approval
10
Pay fee for construction permit
11
Submit request for construction permit
12
Obtain construction permit
13
Submit application for occupational permit
14
Site Inspection
15
Obtain occupational permit
16
Pay application fee
17
Submit application for EPZ user license and pay application fee
18
Obtain EPZ user license
Where to go?
Prime Economic Zone Secretariat
(x 2)
1
2
One Stop Centre Registration Portal
(x 4)
3
5
7
8
Rwanda Development Board
(x 9)
4
9
11
12
13
14
15
17
18
Environmental Impact Assessment Experts
6
National Bank of Rwanda
10
Bank of Kigali
16
What you will get
EIA certificate (original, signed and with stamp)
9
Signed conditions of approval
9
Certificate of registration as an EPZ company
18
EPZ developer / operator license
18
Required documents
Project brief
3
Terms of reference for ESIA study
3
Perspective and site layout plans
3
Land ownership
3
Location maps
3
Panoramic view
3
Proof of identity
(x 2)
3
9
EIA study report
7
Deposit slip
10
Payment receipt (BNR)
11
EIA certificate (original, signed and with stamp)
11
Application letter for construction permit
11
Project implementation plan
11
Environmental management plan.
11
Deed plan
11
Project brief for construction permit
11
Two Perspectives vis a vis surroundings
11
Topographic map
11
Architectural layout drawings
11
Water, plumbing and drainage drawings and details
11
General arrangement of artificial ventilation
11
Electrical, mechanical or fibre optical installation layout details
11
Structural drawings, layout and details, including bar bending schedule and structural calculations
11
Bills of quantity
11
Soil test results
11
Safety measure plan (Fire Management)
11
Appointment
12
Application letter
13
Construction permit
13
Payment slip (BK)
16
Application letter
17
Application form for EPZ user license
17
Payment receipt
17
Occupational permit
17
Pre-feasibility study
17
Business plan
17
Representatives
Power of attorney
9
Proof of identity
9
How much?
Estimated cost of the procedure
: RWF 60,000
+ USD 5,000
RWF 60,000
( fee for construction permit)
USD 2,500
( application fee for EPZ license)
USD 2,500
( Application fee)
How long ?
| min. | max. | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time (sum): | 3d 1/2 | 54d |
| of which: | ||
| Waiting time in queue (sum): | 0mn | 25mn |
| Attention at counter: | 2h. 20mn | 1d 1/2 |
| Waiting time until next step (sum): | 3d | 52d |
Legal justification?
Ministerial Order no 003/MoE/25 of 19/08/2025 relating to environmental and social impact assessment
( Article 8 )
General guidelines and procedure for environment impact assesment
( Article 2 )
Law on environment
( articles 30-34, 30, 32 )
Ministerial Order N°004 establishing the list of works, activities and projects that have to undertake an environment impact assessment
( articles 2, 4 and annex )
RDB Public Notice - 17 March 2020
The East african Community Customs Management Act
Detailed steps
1
Obtain an appointment with the developer to visit the zone and identify the land to be purchased
Contact details
Entity in charge
Prime Economic Zone Secretariat
8th Floor, Grand Pension Plaza
P.O. Box 1321, Kigali
Website: http://www.pez.rw/
Website: http://www.pez.rw/
Unit in charge
Project Management
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
Appointment
2
Lease land from the developer
Contact details
Entity in charge
Prime Economic Zone Secretariat
8th Floor, Grand Pension Plaza
P.O. Box 1321, Kigali
Website: http://www.pez.rw/
Website: http://www.pez.rw/
Unit in charge
Project Management
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
3
Create user account and submit ESIA application
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
One Stop Centre Registration Portal
Tel: 1415 / +250 727 775 170
Email: onestop@rdb.rw, investorfeedback@rdb.rw
Website: http://osc.rdb.rw/en/
Expected results
1.
Appointment
Requirements
1.
Project brief (original)
2.
Terms of reference for ESIA study (Simple copy)
3.
Perspective and site layout plans (Simple copy)
4.
Land ownership (Simple copy)
land ownership document can be any legally binding document that proves the rights of the project developer on a given piece of land. E.g.: deed plan, emphyteutic lease, a contract between the land owner and the developer, a ministerial order granting license (for mining projects), etc.
land ownership document can be any legally binding document that proves the rights of the project developer on a given piece of land. E.g.: deed plan, emphyteutic lease, a contract between the land owner and the developer, a ministerial order granting license (for mining projects), etc.
5.
Location maps (Simple copy)
6.
Panoramic view (Simple copy)
shows the site plans depends on the type of the project
shows the site plans depends on the type of the project
7.
E-mail account
of the person in charge of the project.
of the person in charge of the project.
8.
Contact details
of the person in charge of the project.
of the person in charge of the project.
9.
Proof of identity (Simple copy)
of the person in charge of the project.
of the person in charge of the project.
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 20mn
- Max. 30mn
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 1 day
- Max. 15 days
Legal justification
1.
Ministerial Order no 003/MoE/25 of 19/08/2025 relating to environmental and social impact assessment
Article 8
Article 8
2.
General guidelines and procedure for environment impact assesment
Article 2
Article 2
3.
Law on environment
Article 30-34
Article 30-34
Additional information
If you do not see the verification email in your inbox after creating your account, please be sure to check your "spam" or "bulk" folders.
Once you click on the link provided in the verification email you are automatically logged into the system and you can start your application for EIA.
The mandatory spaces marked by red stars should be filled.
In case additional information is needed, the applicant receives a notification via email or phone text.
An appointment for site visit will be arranged after a complete application has been submitted and a focal person has been assigned.
Once you click on the link provided in the verification email you are automatically logged into the system and you can start your application for EIA.
The mandatory spaces marked by red stars should be filled.
In case additional information is needed, the applicant receives a notification via email or phone text.
An appointment for site visit will be arranged after a complete application has been submitted and a focal person has been assigned.
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Site visit
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
One Stop Center
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
of applicant or any other representative with thorough knowledge of the project and the site. Should be able to show the boundaries of the site and give details of the project.
of applicant or any other representative with thorough knowledge of the project and the site. Should be able to show the boundaries of the site and give details of the project.
Time frame
Complex sites may require more than one site visit.
Attention at counter:
Min. 30mn
- Max. 6h.
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 1 day
- Max. 15 days
Legal justification
1.
Law on environment
Article 32
Article 32
Additional information
Site visits are an integral part of the screening process necessary to determine whether an environmental impact assessment is necessary. The client is informed on the date, time and any other arrangements for the site visit via a phone call by the assigned focal person.
Other stakeholders may join the team depending on the complexity of the project: representatives of Rwanda Environmental Management Authority, district environmental officers, land officers, etc.
Other stakeholders may join the team depending on the complexity of the project: representatives of Rwanda Environmental Management Authority, district environmental officers, land officers, etc.
5
Obtain notification that ESIA is necessary
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
One Stop Centre Registration Portal
Tel: 1415 / +250 727 775 170
Email: onestop@rdb.rw, investorfeedback@rdb.rw
Website: http://osc.rdb.rw/en/
Expected results
1.
ESIA notification
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
of the applicant or a representative
of the applicant or a representative
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
Ministerial Order no 003/MoE/25 of 19/08/2025 relating to environmental and social impact assessment
Article 8
Article 8
2.
General guidelines and procedure for environment impact assesment See appendix 4 for sample Terms of Reference for EIA study
3.
Ministerial Order N°004 establishing the list of works, activities and projects that have to undertake an environment impact assessment
articles 2, 4andannex
articles 2, 4andannex
4.
Law on environment
Article 30
Article 30
Additional information
Terms of reference, transmission of terms of reference and list of EIA experts are uploaded in in the online application system by the assigned focal person.
Not all projects require an EIA. The focal person will advise on way forward after full assessment:
- Level 3: full EIA
- Level 2: partial EIA
- Level 1: non objection clearance (end of the process)
This step applies to outcome "Level 3": the focal person will send the terms of reference for the EIA study and a list of EIA experts to the applicant so that they can carry out the EIA study.
In case of outcome "Level 2", the applicant will receive a letter of approval and an environmental management plan with necessary guidelines.
If the outcome is "Level 1", the applicant will receive a letter of approval: "non objection clearance".
For Level 1 & 2, this will be the last step.
Not all projects require an EIA. The focal person will advise on way forward after full assessment:
- Level 3: full EIA
- Level 2: partial EIA
- Level 1: non objection clearance (end of the process)
This step applies to outcome "Level 3": the focal person will send the terms of reference for the EIA study and a list of EIA experts to the applicant so that they can carry out the EIA study.
In case of outcome "Level 2", the applicant will receive a letter of approval and an environmental management plan with necessary guidelines.
If the outcome is "Level 1", the applicant will receive a letter of approval: "non objection clearance".
For Level 1 & 2, this will be the last step.
6
Obtain ESIA study report
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Expected results
1.
EIA study report
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 10mn
- Max. 20mn
Legal justification
1.
Ministerial Order no 003/MoE/25 of 19/08/2025 relating to environmental and social impact assessment
Article 8
Article 8
7
Submit the ESIA study report
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
One Stop Centre Registration Portal
Tel: 1415 / +250 727 775 170
Email: onestop@rdb.rw, investorfeedback@rdb.rw
Website: http://osc.rdb.rw/en/
Expected results
1.
Application approved online notification
Requirements
1.
EIA study report (original)
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 1 day
- Max. 20 days
Legal justification
1.
General guidelines and procedure for environment impact assesment Part. 2.1.5
2.
Ministerial Order no 003/MoE/25 of 19/08/2025 relating to environmental and social impact assessment
Article 8
Article 8
3.
Law on environment
Article 30
Article 30
Additional information
After verification of the EIA study report, the assigned focal person may have comments or request for additional information. In this case the applicant will be notified via email and SMS and he / she will be requested to send any additional information through the online application system.
For big projects, it might take more than 20 days after the submission of the EIA report to obtain an EIA Certificate. In this case, the client will be informed at the time of submission of the EIA report. The assigned focal person will call the applicant to let him/her know when the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Certificate is ready.
For big projects, it might take more than 20 days after the submission of the EIA report to obtain an EIA Certificate. In this case, the client will be informed at the time of submission of the EIA report. The assigned focal person will call the applicant to let him/her know when the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Certificate is ready.
8
Obtain electronic copy of the ESIA certificate
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
One Stop Centre Registration Portal
Tel: 1415 / +250 727 775 170
Email: onestop@rdb.rw, investorfeedback@rdb.rw
Website: http://osc.rdb.rw/en/
Expected results
1.
EIA certificate (electronic copy)
2.
Conditions of approval
Requirements
1.
E-mail account
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
Ministerial Order no 003/MoE/25 of 19/08/2025 relating to environmental and social impact assessment
Article 8
Article 8
2.
Law on environment
Article 30-34
Article 30-34
Additional information
Even though the EIA certificate is received electronically, applicants will have to go to the OSC to sign the hard copy with the "conditions of approval".
9
Obtain ESIA certificate and sign conditions of approval
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
One Stop Center
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Expected results
1.
EIA certificate (original, signed and with stamp)
2.
Signed conditions of approval
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
or authorized representative
or authorized representative
2.
Proof of identity (original + Simple copy)
of the applicant (National ID or passport)
of the applicant (National ID or passport)
For authorized representative
1.
Power of attorney (an authentic copy)
2.
Proof of identity (original + Simple copy)
National ID or passport
National ID or passport
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
Ministerial Order no 003/MoE/25 of 19/08/2025 relating to environmental and social impact assessment
Article 8
Article 8
2.
Law on environment
Article 30-34
Article 30-34
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Pay fee for construction permit
Costs( see details ) |
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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RWF
60000
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Contact details
Entity in charge
National Bank of Rwanda
Avenue Paul VI
P.O. Box 531, Kigali
Tel: +250 252 591 204
Fax: +250 252 572 551
Website: http://www.bnr.rw/
Tel: +250 252 591 204
Fax: +250 252 572 551
Website: http://www.bnr.rw/
Unit in charge
Currency and Banking operations department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
Payment receipt (BNR)
Requirements
1.
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Deposit slip (original)
duly filled and signed
duly filled and signed
Cost RWF 60,000
RWF
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RWF
60,000
fee for construction permit
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Payment methods:
cash, check
The prescribed fee can also be paid at any other branch of Bank of Kigali, on SEZAR account number: 1000023414 (RWF).
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Max. 5mn
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Submit request for construction permit
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Special Economic Zones Authority Department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Person in charge
Hubert Kisembo
Expected results
1.
Appointment
Requirements
1.
Payment receipt (BNR) (original)
2.
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EIA certificate (original, signed and with stamp) (original)
3.
Application letter for construction permit (original)
The letter should be addressed to CEO RDB with copy to the Head of SEZAR and the Head of Prime Economic Zones (the Developer).
The letter should be addressed to CEO RDB with copy to the Head of SEZAR and the Head of Prime Economic Zones (the Developer).
4.
Project implementation plan (Simple copy)
5.
Environmental management plan. (Simple copy)
6.
Deed plan (original)
or sales agreement, if deed plan not yet available
or sales agreement, if deed plan not yet available
7.
Project brief for construction permit (original)
8.
Two Perspectives vis a vis surroundings (original + 2 simple copies)
On A3 paper
On A3 paper
9.
Topographic map (original + 2 simple copies)
On A3 paper
On A3 paper
10.
Architectural layout drawings (4 simple copies)
On A0 paper
On A0 paper
11.
Water, plumbing and drainage drawings and details (4 simple copies)
On A4 paper
On A4 paper
12.
General arrangement of artificial ventilation (4 simple copies)
On A4 paper
On A4 paper
13.
Electrical, mechanical or fibre optical installation layout details (4 simple copies)
On A4 paper
On A4 paper
14.
Structural drawings, layout and details, including bar bending schedule and structural calculations (4 simple copies)
On A0 paper
On A0 paper
15.
Bills of quantity (2 simple copies)
16.
Soil test results (Simple copy)
Where applicable
Where applicable
17.
Safety measure plan (Fire Management) (Simple copy)
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 10mn
- Max. 20mn
Waiting time until next step:
Max. 2 days
Legal justification
1.
RDB Public Notice - 17 March 2020
Additional information
1) All drawings/plans must be stamped and signed by the design consultancy firm.
2) All designs or Site improvement activities shall be done in conformity with the relevant Rwanda laws, regulations and guidelines.
3) Where applicable, the details of any special provisions for persons with disabilities shall be given on all plans drawings and diagrams.
2) All designs or Site improvement activities shall be done in conformity with the relevant Rwanda laws, regulations and guidelines.
3) Where applicable, the details of any special provisions for persons with disabilities shall be given on all plans drawings and diagrams.
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Obtain construction permit
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Special Economic Zones Authority Department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Person in charge
Hubert Kisembo
Expected results
1.
Construction permit
Requirements
1.
Appointment
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
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Submit application for occupational permit
Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Special Economic Zones Authority Department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Person in charge
Hubert Kisembo
Expected results
1.
Appointment
Requirements
1.
Application letter (original)
2.
Construction permit (Simple copy)
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Site Inspection
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Special Economic Zones Authority Department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Person in charge
Hubert Kisembo
Expected results
1.
Appointment
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
of the applicant or representative
of the applicant or representative
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 30mn
- Max. 1h.
Additional information
In addition to the applicant, the site visit takes place in presence of the SEZAR Engineer, the PEZ Engineer, the Construction Supervisor and a representative of the Fire Brigade.
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Obtain occupational permit
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Special Economic Zones Authority Department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Person in charge
Hubert Kisembo
Expected results
1.
Occupational permit
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
of the applicant or their representative
of the applicant or their representative
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
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Pay application fee
Costs( see details ) |
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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USD
2,500
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Bank of Kigali
Plot 6112, Avenue de la Paix, Kigali
Tel: +250 788 143 000
Fax: 4455 (Local Call Center)
Email: bk@bk.rw
Website: http://www.bk.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +250 788 143 000
Fax: 4455 (Local Call Center)
Email: bk@bk.rw
Website: http://www.bk.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Bank of Kigali (RDB branch)
| Mon: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Expected results
1.
Payment receipt
Requirements
1.
Payment slip (BK) (original)
duly filled and signed
duly filled and signed
Cost USD 2,500
RWF
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USD
2,500
application fee for EPZ license
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Payment methods:
cash, check
The prescribed fee can also be paid at any other branch of Bank of Kigali.
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Max. 5mn
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Submit application for EPZ user license and pay application fee
Costs( see details ) |
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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USD
2,500
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Special Economic Zones Authority Department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Expected results
1.
Appointment
Requirements
1.
Application letter (original)
addressed to CEO RDB and requesting a license to operate under the Export Processing Zone status
addressed to CEO RDB and requesting a license to operate under the Export Processing Zone status
2.
Application form for EPZ user license (original)
duly filled and signed
duly filled and signed
3.
Payment receipt (original)
4.
Occupational permit (Simple copy)
or
Premises rental contract (Simple copy)
(1) duration should be longer than the duration of the license applied for, (2) premises should surrounded by a fence of at least 2 meters high, (3) premises shall have concrete or cemented floor, (4) offices must have all facilities for customs and other stakeholders
(1) duration should be longer than the duration of the license applied for, (2) premises should surrounded by a fence of at least 2 meters high, (3) premises shall have concrete or cemented floor, (4) offices must have all facilities for customs and other stakeholders
5.
Pre-feasibility study (Simple copy)
6.
Business plan (Simple copy)
Cost USD 2,500
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USD
2,500
Application fee
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Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Max. 5mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 10mn
- Max. 20mn
Legal justification
1.
The East african Community Customs Management Act
Section tion169 Section 169 stipulates the specific requirements to obtain the EPZ operator status.
Section tion169 Section 169 stipulates the specific requirements to obtain the EPZ operator status.
2.
RDB Public Notice - 17 March 2020
Additional information
User should engage in one of following activities: Manufacturing, commercial and service activities for the sole purpose of producing goods or services for export (at least 80 per cent of production).
18
Obtain EPZ user license
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Rwanda Development Board
Petrocom Building KN 69 Street, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 1415 / +250 788 321 555
Email: info@rdb.rw, support@rdb.rw
Website: https://www.rdb.rw
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Special Economic Zones Authority Department
| Mon: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 09:00 - 17:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 15:00, 00:00 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Expected results
1.
Certificate of registration as an EPZ company
2.
EPZ developer / operator license
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
of the applicant or representative
of the applicant or representative
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
RDB Public Notice - 17 March 2020