Rwanda PAYE calculator 2026
Work out your take-home pay in Rwanda after PAYE, RSSB pension and maternity contributions, and the CBHI health contribution.
PAYE rates in Rwanda
| Monthly pay (RWF) | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to 60,000 | 0% |
| 60,000 – 100,000 | 10% |
| 100,000 – 200,000 | 20% |
| Above 200,000 | 30% |
In force from 2026. Each rate applies only to the part of income inside its band.
Deductions and reliefs
| Item | How it works |
|---|---|
| RSSB pension (employee) | 6% of gross pay in 2026 (12% in total with the employer's 6%). The total rises to 14% in January 2027. |
| RSSB maternity leave | 0.3% of gross pay. |
| CBHI (community health insurance) | 0.5% of net pay after PAYE and RSSB contributions. |
Good to know
- PAYE is worked out on gross pay; Rwanda's income tax law allows no personal deductions.
- Pension contributions rise each January: 14% in total from 2027, 16% from 2028, 18% from 2029 and 20% from 2030.
Common questions
What are the PAYE rates in Rwanda?
Monthly pay up to RWF 60,000 is not taxed. The next RWF 40,000 is taxed at 10%, the next RWF 100,000 at 20%, and anything above RWF 200,000 at 30%.
How much pension do employees pay in Rwanda in 2026?
Employees pay 6% of gross pay to RSSB and employers pay another 6%, a total of 12%. The total rises to 14% from January 2027.
How is the CBHI deduction worked out?
CBHI is 0.5% of your net pay, which is what remains after PAYE and your RSSB contributions.
Sources
- Rwanda Revenue Authority
- PwC Tax Summaries: Rwanda (pension reform and deductions)
- PaySpace: Rwanda pension reforms from January 2025
- EY: CBHI contribution of 0.5%
This calculator gives an estimate for a resident employee with one job. Your payslip can differ because of allowances, benefits, other reliefs or how your employer runs payroll. It is not tax advice.