Can you bring a weapon to Rwanda?

Short answer
Depends on specifics

  • Weapons

    depends on specifics

    "Arms and ammunition specified under Chapter 93 of the Customs Nomenclature" are listed as restricted imports under Part B(5) of the EAC Customs Management Act 2004 Second Schedule — importable only in accordance with a written permit granted by the competent authority of the Partner State. RRA's published list does not name the specific licensing body, so it is not stated here.

    Also covers: weapons, knives, firearms, ammunition

    Checked 2026-08-13 — Source: Rwanda Revenue Authority — Prohibited Goods for Travelers (EAC Customs Management Act 2004, Second Schedule)

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