Assured-Income and Retiree Permit in Rwanda
Documents for a new permit
- An application letter and a detailed curriculum vitae.
- An original police clearance from the country where you lived for the previous six months.
- A retirement certificate.
- A bank statement from a bank in Rwanda.
- Medical insurance from Rwanda.
Renewal
To renew, DGIE asks for the retirement certificate, an application letter, Rwandan medical insurance and a bank statement from a Rwandan bank covering the six preceding months. Open the local account early, because it carries the evidence for every renewal.
What the law says
The 2019 Ministerial Order describes class K as a permit for a foreigner with assured income, including a retired foreigner who does not intend to be employed in Rwanda, and says the Directorate General determines eligibility. The holder may not take a job. A spouse or child can join under the M2 dependant class.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I retire to Rwanda?
Yes. The class K permit is for people with an assured income who will not work in Rwanda.
What does a class K permit cost?
RWF 150,000, valid for up to 2 years and renewable.
What is needed to renew a class K permit?
A Rwandan bank statement covering 6 months and local medical insurance.
Sources
- Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration: Other permits
- Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration: Ministerial Order N°06/01 of 29/05/2019 relating to immigration and emigration (PDF)
- Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration: Dependant permits
Figures checked 8 November 2026. Prepared by InvestRwanda.com for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.
