🇷🇼 Rwanda · Employer-sponsored work
N2: Employee of an NGO — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €89 |
| Minimum annual salary | RWF 1,800,000 |
| Proof of savings | €89 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €89 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migration.gov.rw/our-services/permit/employment.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €89.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“N2: Employee of an NGO — no salary threshold listed; application fee is 150,000 Frw”
“Original police clearance from the country of residence for the previous six months”
“employment permit page; no PR statement for N2”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.