How to apply for a Certificate of an Inmate's Existence in a Correctional Facility

This service allows citizens who have an official or recognized relationship with an inmate to request a certificate confirming the inmate’s current detention in a specific correctional facility.

This service is provided by the Rwanda Correctional Service

• Steps to apply for this service

Step 1: Visit IremboGov at new.irembo.gov.rw and log in to your account. If you don’t have it, click here to learn how to create one.

Step 2: Under correctional services, select the “Certificate of an Inmate's Existence in a Correctional Facility” service.

Step 3: Click “Apply” to start the application process.

Step 4: Fill in the inmate’s details

Step 6: Fill in the representative’s  details

Step 6: Upload the required documents in the correct format and click Continue

Note: The required attachments vary depending on the relationship between the inmate 

• If the concerned party is a spouse, a marriage certificate will be required.

• If the concerned party is a child or a parent, a birth certificate will be required.

• If the concerned party is a sibling, legal guardian, or close relative, an official letter from the local government that verifies the applicant’s association with the concerned inmate will be required. 

If either the representative or the inmate is a foreigner, a passport copy must also be uploaded.

Step 7: Verify that the information is accurate; enter a phone number and/or email address, check the verification box, and click "create an application."

Step 8: An application number (C2…...) to track your application status.