Have you ever thought of having a postal address to your new location? Post office box is great for people who move constantly. If you’ve ever relocated, you know the pain you go through – changing mailing addresses for bills, bank statements, updating personal information, etc. It’s very easy to miss updating an important service. Next…
You may think I am exaggerating. I wish I could say I was, however based upon the number of people I see (especially new expats) we need to make sure you know how to survive the night in Rwanda, without massive mosquito bites. It’s bad. It’s real bad. I mean people are walking around looking…
We all know that Internet has become such a necessity that people need it everywhere, from homes, to the streets and offices. So it’s no surprise that one of the top questions regarding moving to Rwanda revolves around the internet. Rwanda is among the top three African countries in terms of internet connectivity, with an…
We are going to try to help you navigate through the visa systems in Rwanda and determine the best visa option for you. Please know that before we even get started, the visa process and guidelines are very simple and straightforward. Please visit https://www.migration.gov.rw/ as the details we have summarized for you are available there….
To qualify for almost all visas in Rwanda, they are going to ask you for a police clearance from your last residential living location from the past six months. You can still come to Rwanda and then apply online from your previous location to get it however, some people rather bring it with them when…
Moving overseas is an exciting event and could mean a new career, opportunity, or adventure. To make sure your move goes smoothly, it’s important that you have a plan in place so you can enjoy the experience. This ultimate checklist will provide you with a step-by-step plan to help make sure you have a stress-free…
There are several different banks in Rwanda, with varying banking requirements. Here, we will try to give you an overview of some of the more popular banks. Please note, that as of this time, no bank as the ability for you to strictly set up a banking account online. You must be in person and…
The following are some must need apps to help you get around Rwanda or navigate your life a bit easier. We asked fellow expats to weigh in on this list as well, so it is always growing. WhatsApp WhatsApp is the most used method of communication internationally as it is a texting, calling and video…
When you come to Rwanda, you will notice two main options for setting up phone service, MTN or Airtel. What is really the difference between the two and which is the preferred service? What we did was ask people randomly what they use and gave you guys the answers, straight from them. Person 1 “I…
Getting around can be tough if you don’t know where to start from. In the guide below, we cast a spotlight on the need to know places in town and what to expect from them. So you can make informed decisions about where you’d like to live in Kigali. Let’s begin. Nyarutarama Nyarutarama is one…