LAW N°57/2018 OF 13/08/2018 ON IMMIGRATION AND EMIGRATION IN RWANDA | 57/2018 OF 13/08/2018 — Rwanda law | Esheria

LAW N°57/2018 OF 13/08/2018 ON IMMIGRATION AND EMIGRATION IN RWANDA

This provision says the law regulates immigration and emigration in Rwanda.

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Jurisdiction
Rwanda
Instrument
Act or statute
Citation
57/2018 OF 13/08/2018
Status
In force
Version
Undated source snapshot
Language
mul
Updated
Official source
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About this statute

This provision says the law regulates immigration and emigration in Rwanda. This article defines terms used in the Law on immigration, emigration, travel documents, and related statuses. This article defines which travel documents are recognized in Rwanda and says the Minister sets the recognition procedure for some of them. This article sets the conditions for entering and leaving Rwanda, including using an official border point, having valid travel documents and any required registration or permits. People staying or residing in Rwanda must meet entry requirements, have a lawful purpose for staying, and comply with laws and regulations. The Minister may set additional conditions.