General Information:

The Eritrean diaspora’s contributions towards strengthening Eritrea’s political, economic, and social development dates back to the days of the armed struggle for independence.  Inspired by this history and in an effort to make this noble practice systematic and sustainable, the Government in 1995 issued the Proclamation on the Recovery and Rehabilitation Tax.

In accordance with the provisions of the Proclamation, eligible Eritreans who live abroad contribute 2% of their net income to rebuilding Eritrea.  Payment of the tax gives them political and economic rights on par with those who reside in the country and have fulfilled their obligations.  These include the right to obtain land for business or residential purposes.

Recovery and Rehabilitation Tax Requirements:

All documents listed below must be presented as proof of income:

  • Social Security Statement – Earning Record
  • Form 1099-MISC
  • Individual Tax Return (Form 1040)

All relevant documents listed below must be presented:

  • Social Security Statement – Earning Record
  • School Transcript
  • Disability or Benefit statements

All documents listed below must be presented as proof of income:

  • Social Security Statement – Earning Record
  • Form W-2
  • Individual Tax Return (Form 1040)

Retirees must present documents listed below (Only once):

  • Social Security Statement – Earning Record
  • Form 1099-R

FAQ – Recovery and Rehabilitation Tax 

You may not be required to make a payment if you do not have earned income.  However you are still responsible for providing the necessary supporting documents and obtaining your RRT clearance every year.

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Consular Affairs Processing System (CAPS)

Instructions :

  1. Prepare the relevant documents according to your employment status described in the application requirements.
  2. Fill the form and upload the required documents online
  3. Check your email inbox in the coming days regarding your pending payments
  4. Pay your clearance dues using one of the payment methods available at check-out
  5. All payments are non-refundable