How to Apply for Chemical Pesticide Registration

This service allows a business that would like to sell or manufacture chemical pesticide in Rwanda to participate in an efficacy trial after being assessed and approved by Rwanda Inspectorate, Competition and Consumer Protection Authority (RICA). The business will then be issued a product registration certificate after a successful trial.

Requirements before applying

To proceed with your application, you will need:

• An active IremboGov account. To create an account, click here.

• A valid Tax Identification Number (TIN), where applicable.

• A valid mobile phone number or email address.

General Requirements:

• Having a registered local agent

• Submission of sample for testing

Required Attachments

• A copy of a certificate of registration of the pesticide to be registered from the country of origin or any other countries

• Business Registration certificate from RDB

• Proof of qualification and contract of technical personnel

• Certificate of product analysis

• Copy of the technical dossier as per the data requirements of detailed active ingredients and formulated product

• Drafted label of the product as per labeling requirements annexed

• Material safety data sheet

• A drafted efficacy trial protocol in conformity with EAC guideline for evaluation and reporting the efficacy of pesticide

• Copy of passport

• RICA Registration certificate

Optional Attachments 

• Authorization letter from manufacturer

• Proof of Patent status of the pesticide to be registered and expiry date (if applicable)

• Laboratory tests

Processing time and Price

1. Application Submission:

After successfully submitting the application, the applicant receives a billing number  (e.g., 88…) to use to pay  

2. Payment:

• A billing number/ID will be generated for payment. Click Pay to complete the transaction.

• Applicants can choose the mode of payment. 

3. Certificate/License Delivery:

Once your application is approved, you will receive your e-license.

For assistance or more information:

• Call: 1415
• Email: support@rdb.rw
• WhatsApp: +250788321555