Our Services
Rwanda Fixer is your dedicated production assistant and gateway to smooth and successful media production across the “Land of a Thousand Hills.” Are you planning a documentary, commercial, or feature film, then allow us to navigating the logistics and permits necessary on your behalf. As your trusted local film fixer in Rwanda, we handle every detail from securing crucial press accreditation and official filming permits from administration entities like the Rwanda Academy of Language and Culture, to managing the intricate process of kit customs clearance. We give our clients comprehensive ground support, including professional location scouting, reliable transportation, and sourcing experienced local crew. Whether your project is a simple shoot or a broad expedition, Working with Rwanda Fixer ensures your focus stays on capturing your vision as we handle the rest.
Rwanda Filming Permits
Required for all foreign crews through the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) via the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy.
- Documentaries & Feature Films
- Commercials & TV Series
- Wildlife & Corporate Productions
Requirements & Pricing
What you need to get started
Required Documents:
- Letter of request from production company
- Synopsis/Summary or script
- ID/Passport & CVs of crew
- Special materials authorization (if needed)
Permit Fees
1–15 days $50
15 days – 1 month $100
1–6 months $200
📅 Processing time: 5–10 working days
PRESS ACCREDITATION
Press Accreditation
Press/Media Accreditation is mandatory for film crews in Rwanda. This applies for foreign film crews in the category: Rwandan correspondents, EAC journalists, publications and foreign journalists. Media accreditation is issued out for short term periods between 15 to a month duration and if more time is required the crew has to reapply. Press accreditation in Rwanda is issued by the Rwanda Media High Council and the requirements include: Application form, Passport copy, CV or professional background, Passport-size photo, Assignment letter from employer or production company, Copy of Rwanda filming permit (or proof of application)
Processing Time: Once the accreditation fee is paid, it takes between 3-5 working days to be approved but might take longer depending on the circumstance. Working with a local Rwanda fixer is recommended to ensure that the accreditation application and approval runs smoothly
Accreditation fees
Foreign Journalists: USD100
East African Community journalists: USD30
Processing Time: Once this fee is paid, it takes between 3-5 working days but might take longer. Its recommended to work with a local fixer who in turn works as your local contact on the shoot and ensures that the office has a contact to work with to ensure that the accreditation requirements are provided and any questions answered before the shoot starts.
Required Documents
Equipment name and model
Serial numbers
Values in US Dollars
Processing Time
3–5 Working Days
📦 EQUIPMENT IMPORT
Customs Clearing
We handle and help you with clearing filming Equipment into Rwanda for filming. The actual cost of your kit customs clearing depends on the value of your Kit list. Rwanda Fixers will process your kit customs clearing in 3-5 working days as long as you send us your detailed Kit list showing the name of each piece of equipment, serial number, and values of each Equipment, preferably in the US Dollars. Once we have a comprehensive Kit list, we will forward it to our clearing Agent for evaluation and we will inform you of the exact fee to be charged. The same clearing Agent will wait for you at your entry point be it land boarder or the Airport to help you with clearing.
Drone Filming & Aerial Permits
Full support for Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA) drone permits with licensed operators, insurance compliance, and flight planning assistance.
• RCAA permit applications
• Licensed drone operators
• Insurance & safety compliance
• Flight planning & airspace navigation
National Park Access & Wildlife Filming
Specialized coordination for filming in Rwanda’s pristine national parks including gorilla tracking, chimpanzee filming, and savannah wildlife.
• Volcanoes National Park (mountain gorillas)
• Nyungwe Forest (chimpanzees & canopy walks)
• Akagera National Park (Big Five safaris)
• Ranger escorts & ethical filming guidance
Accommodation & Catering
Comfortable lodging from luxury resorts to authentic lodges near filming locations, with reliable catering services.
• Hotel & resort booking
• Long-stay apartments
• Lodge accommodations near parks
• Mobile catering for remote shoots
Specialty Services
Conservation filming guidance, event management, emergency planning, and weather disruption mitigation.
• Ethical wildlife filming
• Event & public filming permits
• Emergency planning
• Weather contingency support
Film Permits & Legal Approvals
Complete handling of Rwanda Film Office applications, location permissions, and sensitive topic clearance. Our direct relationships with authorities ensure 100% success rate for permit approvals.
• Rwanda Film Office applications
• Location-specific permissions
• Sensitive topic clearance
• Expedited processing for urgent shoots
Location Scouting & Production Planning
Comprehensive scouting with detailed photography, drone mapping, sun path analysis, and risk assessments for optimal shoot locations.
• Detailed location photography & video
• Weather & lighting analysis
• Risk assessment & accessibility
• Customized shot lists
Transportation & Logistics
Reliable transportation solutions including 4×4 vehicles for rough terrain, crew vans, VIP vehicles, and equipment trucks.
• 4×4 Land Cruisers for national parks
• Minibuses & crew vans
• VIP executive vehicles
• Equipment transport with insurance
Production Management
End-to-end on-site coordination including scheduling, budget monitoring, health & safety oversight, and post-production support.
• Call sheets & scheduling
• Budget monitoring
• On-set supervision
• Secure footage storage & backup
Equipment Rental & Technical Support
Professional camera packages, grip, lighting, audio equipment, and drones with post-production support available.
• Cinema cameras (Sony, Canon, RED, ARRI)
• Grip & lighting gear
• Audio equipment & accessories
• Licensed cinematic drones
Crew Provision & Talent
Experienced local crew including fixers, camera operators, sound technicians, drone pilots, translators, and casting services.
• Fixers & production managers
• Camera & sound operators
• Licensed drone pilots
• Translators (English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda)
Customs & Gear Import Assistance
Streamlined customs clearance for production equipment with temporary import permits and carnet support.
• Temporary import permits
• Carnet support
• Customs documentation
• Fast-track airport assistance
Cultural Engagement
Ethical coordination with local communities for festivals, ceremonies, and authentic cultural storytelling.
• Community permissions
• Cultural liaison services
• Festival & ceremony access
• Respectful storytelling guidance