How to help a User Apply for the Establishment of a Branch (Church/Mosque).

This service is designed for Faith-Based Organisations (FBOs) that wish to establish a branch and obtain an official Certificate of Establishment. A branch refers to a location where a registered organization—such as a church/Mosque—extends its religious and administrative activities beyond its primary premises.

To qualify, applicants must comply with the legal provisions outlined in Law No. 72/2018 of 31/08/2018 governing Faith-Based Organisations and related regulations. The Certificate of Establishment serves as formal recognition by the Government of Rwanda, authorizing the organization to operate at the specified branch location.

The service is provided by the Ministry of Local Government via the IremboHub portal.

Required Attachments:

• A certified copy of the legal personality certificate issued by the Rwanda Governance Board

• A collaboration letter for this Branch issued by the District or City of Kigali

• A notarized copy of the minutes of the meeting of the supreme governing body of the organisation approving the establishment of the branch and its representative

• A valid tax clearance certificate of the parent organisation issued by RRA

• A proof of payment of social security contributions issued by RSSB

• The organizational structure of the branch

• A personal profile of the branch representative (Signed CV)

• A criminal record certificate of the branch representative

• A notarized letter of commitment affirming your acceptance of the responsibilities of the role

• An application letter to establish a branch addressed to the administration of the District or City of Kigali, with a copy to the Rwanda Governance Board (written by the legal representative of the mother church)

• A notarised copy of a degree in theology obtained from a recognized higher learning institution or a university of a branch representative

• Degree certificate (any degree) + certificate proving the completion of at least 1,200 hours of religious studies from a recognized higher learning institution or university

• Copy of passport (your visa page)

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Follow these easy steps to help an applicant apply for an Establishment of a Branch (Church/Mosque).