Launch in Rwanda

Register your company in Rwanda, one of Africa's fastest-growing economies and a leader in business reforms. Known as the "Singapore of Africa," Rwanda offers a stable political environment, low corruption, and a rapidly improving business climate. The country's strategic location in East Africa, membership in the East African Community (EAC), and focus on technology and innovation make it an attractive destination for businesses in sectors such as ICT, agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing.

Sidebrief offers the following services to facilitate company registration and establishment in Rwanda:

Registration Services
1. Company Name Reservation: Assistance with securing an approved company name.
2. Document Preparation: Preparation of all necessary incorporation documents in compliance with Rwandan regulations.
3. Regulatory Filing: Submission of all required documents to the Rwanda Development Board (RDB).
4. Share Capital Setup: Guidance on establishing the share structure.

Post-Registration Services
5. Tax Registration: Assistance with obtaining a Tax Identification Number (TIN) from the Rwanda Revenue Authority.
6. Bank Account Facilitation: Assistance with the corporate bank account opening process.
7. Registered Office Address: Provision of a registered office address service.

Compliance Services
8. Licenses and Permits: Support in obtaining necessary business licenses and permits.

Additional Services
- Annual Return Filing
- Company Secretary Service
- Local Director Service
- Investment Registration with RDB

To register a company in Rwanda, the following items are typically required:
1. Proposed Company Name: The name must be unique and not similar to existing company names.
2. Registered Office Address: A physical address in Rwanda where official communications can be sent.
3. Details of Directors:
   - At least one director is required
   - Name, date of birth, nationality, occupation, and residential address
   - Copies of passports or national IDs for all directors
4. Details of Shareholders:
   - At least one shareholder is required (can be the same as the director)
   - Name, nationality, and residential address
   - Copies of passports or national IDs for all shareholders
5. Share Capital Information:
   - Amount of share capital (no minimum required)
   - Number of shares to be issued
   - Value of each share
6. Memorandum and Articles of Association: The company's constitution outlining its structure and regulations.
7. Company Registration Form
8. Identification Documents:
   - Notarized/certified copies of passports or national IDs for all directors and shareholders
9. Resolution of the Board of Directors of the parent company (for foreign companies)

After registration, you will receive:
- Certificate of Registration
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Tax Identification Number (TIN)
- RDB Certificate