The certificate of nationality is issued to a Rwandan citizen to confirm his/her nationality as a Rwandan. Local Government authorities process the application at the sector level. The service is provided by the Ministry of Local Governance (MINALOC).
The following are the most frequently asked questions about Certificate of nationality as an agent:
How much does an applicant pay for a certificate of nationality?
The certificate of nationality costs Rwf 1,500.
What are the requirements needed to apply for a certificate of nationality?
The applicant should have a national ID number or child ID (for minors), a valid phone number, and an email address.
Can I submit a certificate of nationality application to any sector?
Yes, you can submit the application to any applicant's preferred sector.
Where can an applicant get their certificate of full identity once it has been approved?
The certificate of nationality is an E-certificate. It can be downloaded on IremboGov using the application number or billing number.
What is the validity of a certificate of nationality?
The certificate of nationality has lifetime validity.
What is the processing time for a certificate of nationality?
The processing time is 1 working day.
How does an applicant know the authenticity of the nationality certificate generated via IremboGov?
Can a nationality certificate be downloaded again if the former one is lost/damaged?
Yes, you can download the certificate as many times as possible.