How to Apply for a Used Electrical and Electronic Equipment Trading License

This service allows traders of used electrical and electronic equipment business operators to register and obtain an operating license from Rwanda Inspectorate, Competition and Consumer Protection Authority (RICA).  RICA will conduct a field visit to ensure the premises are compliant with RICA standards and regulation. Applicants will therefore be charged an additional license fee of 10,000 RWF after the site visit.

Required attachments 

• A copy of the operational license issued by RICA

• A document indicating a list of existing used electrical or electronic equipment in the store or shop

• Copy of the records of the source of the equipment.

• Business Registration certificate from RDB

• Passport copy

Processing time and Price

Note:  Applicants will be charged an additional license fee of 10,000 RWF after the site visit.

Steps to apply

1. Visit the Irembo platform at new.irembo.gov.rw and log into your account

2. Select "Used electrical and electronic equipment trading License" under “Trade and Industry" category.

3. Click "Apply now” to proceed.

5. Fill in the applicant's details (select if the applicant is the business owner or legal representative, add the age group and other required personal information).

6. Enter the business, registration type, equipment, and facility location details 

8. Upload the required attachments in the correct format. 

Note: Double-check that the uploaded files are in PDF format and meet the size requirements.

9. Verify that the information is accurate, enter a phone number and/or email address, check the verification box, and click "Submit."

10. A billing Number/ID (88…) will be generated for payment; click Pay

11. Applicants choose the mode of payment. For more information about payment modes, click here. 

Note: 

• Upon successful submission, the application will be processed by RICA. Applicants will receive an email or SMS notification about any changes in the application status.

• Once the processing officers approve your application, you will receive your e-certificate via email or can download it on IremboGov platform.