Business & investor visas
Rwandan Investor / Entrepreneur Permit (F1 / F2)
A temporary residence permit for foreign investors and entrepreneurs engaged in business in Rwanda. For those establishing or running a commercial venture in the country.
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Investment thresholds and exact F1/F2 fees/validity are not confirmed from a live official page; verify on migration.gov.rw and RDB before publishing any figure.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Rwanda government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Investor (F1) / Entrepreneur (F2) permit
- Route type
- Business / investor residence permit
- Validity
- Commonly 2 years (extendable)
- Verify against live official page
- Where to apply
- DGIE or RDB One Stop Centre
Who it is for
- Foreign investors engaged in specified manufacturing/processing (F1)
- Foreign entrepreneurs running a business in Rwanda (F2)
- Prospective investors first exploring opportunities may use a business/survey visitor visa (V6) or itinerant business visa (V9)
Requirements
- Evidence of the business or investment in Rwanda (registration/certification)
- RDB certification where applicable (e.g. hospitality)
- Valid passport, application and applicable fee
What you can do
- Reside in Rwanda to establish and run the investment/business
- Renew or extend the permit on continued eligibility
- Sponsor dependants on an M-class permit
How to apply
- Register the business (RDB) and obtain any required certification
- Apply for the F1/F2 permit online via Irembo or at the RDB One Stop Centre
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.