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) system.
This guide will walk you through the 5 critical steps to stay fully compliant in 2025 and beyond.
Step 1: Register for Tourism Tax
Log in to your E-Tax portal.
Go to Online Requests > Tax Account Registration Request.
Select Tourism Tax.
Set the Effective Date.
Submit the request and proceed with Document Number generation (see Step 3).
Step 2: Register and Update Tourism Property Details
Log in to your E-Tax portal.
Go to Update details > Tourism property.
Select Tourism Property.
Choose Tourism Property Information.
Select Property Type.
Select Property Name Type.
Enter the Number of Rooms.
Tick Ownership.
Click Add Property to submit the property details.
Step 3: Generate Tourism Tax Document
Log in again to your E-Tax account.
Go to Online Requests > Document Generation.
Select Tourism Tax as the tax type.
Enter the reporting period (monthly).
Click Submit to generate the tax document.
Avoid These Common Filing Mistakes
- Missing the monthly deadline (5th of each month)
- Failing to update your property’s room count
Selecting the wrong tax type during filing
Not saving submission confirmations or PDFs
Assuming Airbnb or small guesthouses are exempt — they are not!
How ALSM Ltd Can Help
ALSM Ltd is your trusted partner in navigating Rwanda’s evolving financial and regulatory landscape. As a leading firm headquartered in Kigali, we’ve helped over 250 businesses across Rwanda, Uganda, UAE, and India manage their tax obligations with confidence.
Whether you operate a large hotel chain or a boutique Airbnb, we’ll help you comply—accurately, efficiently, and stress-free.
Sunny MATETI
Managing Partner
Chartered Accountant and Certified Public Accountant, I excel in managing intricate tasks, adhering to strict deadlines, and providing outstanding results. My expertise is grounded in a solid 17+ years of experience in auditing, accounting, tax, and advisory services.
Stay Compliant. Stay Competitive.
Don’t let regulations slow down your hospitality business. ALSM Ltd is your trusted partner in Rwanda’s evolving tax landscape.