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Motor Vehicle Road Levy 2025: Updated Rules, How to Declare, and What’s New.
The Motor Vehicle Road Levy must be declared and paid by 31 December 2025. With the updated RRA e-services and USSD options, vehicle owners now have simplified pathways.
09.12.25 03:45 PM
Property Tax Deadline Approaches: What Rwanda Property Owners Must Do Before 31 December 2025
The end of the year brings one of Rwanda’s key tax obligations: Property Tax, due by 31 December 2025. Whether you own residential, commercial, or rented property, you are required to declare and pay the annual tax before the deadline to avoid penalties.
09.12.25 03:35 PM
Tax Advisory Services in Rwanda: ALSM LTD Guide to Compliance and Optimization
ALSM Ltd offers expert tax advisory services in Rwanda, helping businesses stay compliant with evolving tax laws and optimize their tax positions. Our services include VAT, PAYE, and CIT filing, tax planning, cross-border advisory, and audit support.
09.12.25 02:59 PM
Top Accounting Firms in Rwanda: A Complete Guide to Finding the Right Fit - ALSM 
ALSM Ltd is a leading accounting firm in Kigali, offering integrated financial, tax, and advisory services tailored to your needs. This guide will help you choose the best accounting firm in Rwanda and why ALSM should be your go-to partner.
09.12.25 02:42 PM
Understanding administrative fines, interest charges, late payment penalties, and audit recovery processes for non-compliance under Rwanda's New Tax Procedures.
Rwanda continues to strengthen its tax administration through reforms that promote compliance, fairness, and financial discipline.
18.10.25 06:38 AM
Mastering EBM 2.1 Compliance in Rwanda: A Practical Guide for Businesses
Running a business in Rwanda today means operating in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. One of the most significant shifts has been the adoption of the Electronic Billing Machine (EBM) Version 2.1, introduced by the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) to improve tax transparency and efficiency.
07.10.25 05:18 AM
Rwanda’s New VAT Model on Petroleum Products: What Public Institutions & Businesses Need to Know
On 27 May 2025, the Government of Rwanda enacted Law N° 009/2025, amending Law N° 049/2023 on Value Added Tax (VAT). One of the major shifts relates to how VAT is managed on petroleum products.
22.09.25 07:01 AM
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Navigate Rwanda’s  New 3% Tourism Tax in 2025

The Government of Rwanda introduced a 3% Tourism Tax on accommodation through Law nº 015/2025, effective May 29, 2025. If you run a hotel, guesthouse, lodge, or short-term rental (like Airbnb), you are now legally required to register and file this tax monthly via the RRA (Rwanda Revenue Authority...

06.08.25 07:33 AM
Rwanda’s Tourism Sector: What You Need to Know About the New 3% Tourism Tax
In an effort to strengthen domestic revenue and support the sustainable growth of the hospitality industry, Rwanda introduced a 3% tourism tax on accommodation.
06.08.25 07:15 AM
New BNR Forex Regulations Now in Effect in Rwanda: What Every Business in Rwanda Needs to Know (2025)
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has issued stricter foreign exchange (forex) regulations,
02.07.25 11:56 AM
RDB Annual Return Filing Deadline: What You Need to Know

As we approach the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) deadline for Annual Return filing on 31 July 2025, it’s critical for all registered companies in Rwanda whose financial year ended on 31 December 2024 to ensure timely submission.

Failure to comply may result in hefty fines, reputational damage, and c...
02.07.25 11:36 AM
VAT Reform Overview: What's Changed and Why It Matters
A high-level look at Rwanda's VAT reform—what Law No. 009/2025 changed and how it impacts businesses across sectors.
17.06.25 08:21 AM