WhereOnline: KUBAKA (kubaka.gov.rw)
TimeDepends on the building category and review
CostDepends on plot size and building category (check before applying)
What you need
- Your land title / UPI
- Building plans prepared for your plot (usually by a registered architect or engineer)
- Your ID and an account on the platform
Steps
- Create an account on kubaka.gov.rw (the upgraded BPMIS).
- Click Apply and choose the permit type: new construction, extension, refurbishment, demolition or occupancy.
- Fill in the form and upload your plans and documents.
- An officer checks it's complete. Then a committee reviews it, or it's sent back with comments to fix.
- Once approved, download the permit and start building.
Tips
- When construction is finished, apply for an occupancy permit on the same platform.
Official sources
Last checked: 2 November 2026 against BPMIS/KUBAKA pages. Current fees aren't confirmed. If something here is out of date, tell us so we can fix it.
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