When is the best time to go Filming in Rwanda?
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A Complete Guide to Filming in Rwanda with vital info about process filming permits, customs clearance, & all pre and production logistics and ideas prior to your arrival in Rwanda. The process of obtained Rwanda Filming Permits and other permissions is a lengthy one and does not require ample time and the help of a reliable Rwanda Film Crew Fixer- it’s at this point that Eco Film Fixers comes in to assist in securing all relevant filming Permits & Permissions.
“Obtaining a Rwanda Filming Permit +Press Accreditation is the start of a successful Rwanda Filming experience.
Filming Permits In Rwanda cost USD30 Valid for 15 days, and USD50 for 01 Month/30 Days are STRICTLY issued by Rwanda Academy of Language and Culture (RALC).
Press Accreditation to film in Rwanda.
Besides acquiring the mandatory Rwanda Filming Permit, all film Crew members MUST have Press Accreditation from the Rwanda Media High Council.
How to apply for Press Accreditation In Rwanda.
Fill in the Rwanda Press Accreditation Application Form here and also attach the following;
- Official letter requesting for accreditation addressed to the Executive Secretary;
- Two (2) colored passport-size photographs.
- A copy of the passport.
- A copy of the visa except for journalists from countries that benefit from the visa waiver e.g. journalists from the East African Community Member States, United States of America, COMESA Member states, etc.;
- A copy of a press card from your country of origin.
- A receipt of payment from Rwanda Revenue Authority.
- List of Filming Equipment & Kits to be used for your shoot.
Press Accreditation Fees in Rwanda.
A foreign Journalist requesting an accreditation card shall pay as follows to Rwanda Revenue Authority (RAA)
- -USD30 press Accreditation card valid 01-15 days.
- -USD50press Accreditation card valid 15days-01 months/30 Days.
- -USD100 press Accreditation card valid 01-03 months.
- -USD200 press Accreditation card valid 03-06 months.
- -USD300press Accreditation card valid 06months-01 year/12Months.
*The rates mentioned above should only be treated as a guide-as they can change from time to time.
Best time to film in Rwanda.
The best time to film frankly depends on what you intend to achieve out of your shoot. However, generally speaking, in terms of weather, the best time to film in Rwanda is in Rwanda is in the drier months of June to September.
Premier Filming Locations in Rwanda.
Rwanda has quiet a reasonable number of film-worth locations. These range from National parks & Reserves to Historical Land cultural site spread across the small country of a thousand hills. We have listed some of the prominent locations that we think are worth Filming.
Rwanda Visa Advice
You will need to purchase the tourist or Business visa for you to get into Rwanda for Filming. Many film crews prefer obtaining their visas before they come to Rwanda but visas can be obtained easily upon arrival at any entry point and in this case Kigali International Airport upon paying either USD30.00 for Tourist Visa you will be able to get it immediately. Those who come from countries that benefit from the Rwanda Visa Waiver For example From the East African Community member states, USA, COMESA Member states among others don’t need to pay for the Visa and they will be cleared upon arrival at any point of entry into Rwanda contact us here for more details.
Rwanda Vehicle Hire Services
Eco film fixers organizes transport for film crews depending on their interest, budget and the nature of roads in such selected locations they are filming in Rwanda. For rough terrains, like in National Parks, we recommend Customized 4×4 Land Cruisers which costs from USD200-250 per vehicle per day with Driver/Fixer or 4×4 Safari Vans from USD200 per Van per day with driver/Fixer. For us to estimate how much it will cost in terms of fuel, we will need to look at your filming schedule to establish mileage and distance to be travelled. We also organize both charter and schedule air transport for those that need to fly in order to reduce on the number of hours.
Fixers in Rwanda to help you with filming
All our vehicles come with drivers who act as location fixers and most of them have been to almost all parts of Rwanda and are thus conversant with the local situations and are able to provide relevant information and fix any situation on ground. These act as intermediaries between you and our office while on location in Rwanda.
Accommodation in Kigali City
Accommodation options to stay in during filming in Kigali City range from Budget, mid-range to luxury options. You will choose what to stay in depending on your interests and budget. Lodge options include Five to Five Hotel, 2000 Downtown Hotel, Chez Lando and Kigali Marriott Hotel among others. Contact us here for reservation and booking details.
Why use Eco film fixers to film in Rwanda.
Eco film fixers is a local fixer company, we assist filming companies and Production agencies in Uganda and East Africa as a whole we have done this for the last 8 years. We handle all fixer services required with our professional team of local fixers and driver guides. We have all relevant connections with other service providers and government agencies in Rwanda to make sure that accreditation and filming permits are processed in the shortest time possible. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know when filming in Rwanda
