Rwanda - Obtain an Export Processing Zone User License


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ProcedureEdit

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  1. Identify land to Buy land from a developer in the zone, then buy the land and obtain the leases documents or the land title deed
  2. Obtain the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) certificate form the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) by applying for it online through the One Stop Centre Registration Portal: RDB
  3. Then request and obtain the construction permit form the Rwanda Development Board
  4. Once you have obtain the construction permit request for the occupational permit from the RDB by sending a request letter and a copy of the construction permit through their email address
  5. Finally apply for the Export Processing Zone user license by:
    • Visit the bank of Kigali or any of its branches to pay the recommended application fees of $2500
    • Obtain the application form for Export Processing Zone user license from the Rwanda Development Board office in your region or download it directly form the “Document to Use” section below
    • Refer to the last page of the application form to prepare the required information and collect all the required documents, including those mentioned in the “Required Documents” section below.
    • Write an application letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Rwanda Development Board (RDB) requesting export processing zone license
    • Attach all the required documents in a single fill and submit it to the RDB office in your region Special Economic Zones Authority of Rwanda (SEZAR) unit
    • The responsible SEZAR official will verify your application and if it is correct, it will be forward for approval and processing
    • Then you will need to visit the RDB office SEZAR unit to collect the compete license


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Required DocumentsEdit

  • Application letter addressed to CEO RDB and requesting a license to operate under the Export Processing Zone status
  • Application form for EPZ user license duly filled and signed
  • Payment receipt
  • Occupational permit or Premises rental contract with the following condition: (i) duration should be longer than the duration of the license applied for, (ii) premises should surrounded by a fence of at least 2 meters high, (iii) premises shall have concrete or cemented floor, (iv) offices must have all facilities for customs and other stakeholders
  • Pre-feasibility study
  • Business plan
  • Identification document


Office Locations & ContactsEdit

RWANDA DEVELOPMENT BOARD
KG 220 St, Kigali P.O Box 6239
Tel: 1415 / +250 727 775 170
Email: [email protected][email protected]
Website:RWANDA DEVELOPMENT BOARD

EligibilityEdit

  • Private and public entities



FeesEdit

  • $2500



ValidityEdit

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Documents to UseEdit



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Processing TimeEdit

  • 3 working days



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Required InformationEdit

  • Names
  • Full Address of the headquarters
  • Email address
  • Contact details
  • Website
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Need for the DocumentEdit

  • This document proves that you are an Export Processing Zone user license holder as required by law



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