Overview
Rwandan e-passports are applied for on Irembo, online or with an agent. DGIE then sends an SMS inviting you to give your ten fingerprints and a digital photo. Ordinary passports are collected at DGIE or at a Rwandan embassy for diaspora applicants.
Who can apply
Rwandan citizens. Applicants aged 16 and above need a national ID; younger applicants may use the child ID.
Requirements
What you need
- National ID (16 and above)
A Rwandan national ID; children may use the child ID.
- Recent photo
A colour passport photo on a white background, JPG under 500 KB.
- Contact details
A valid phone number and/or email address.
Procedure
Step by step
5 steps from start to finish.
- Step 1 of 5
Apply on Irembo
Choose the e-passport service and the passport type and validity.
- Step 2 of 5
Upload documents
Attach your photo and ID copy within the size limits.
