How much does it cost to register a company in Kenya?

The cost of registering a limited company in Kenya is typically Kes 10,650 which covers the following:

  1. Name Search and reservation: Checking company name availability
  2. Registration: Filing application for registration on the BRS portal
  3. Certificate of Incorporation: Proof of legal business registration

This cost varies depending on the type of company.

Step-by-Step Payment Process

  1. Access eCitizen Portal - Login to eCitizen using your credentials
  2. Navigate to BRS - Select "Business Registration Service" from available services
  3. Make Payment - Choose from:
    • M-Pesa (Till Number: 123456)
    • Credit/Debit Card
    • Bank Transfer

Table of Company fees in Kenya

Company Registration Fees & Services in Kenya - Biz Brokers Kenya
Service Offered Fees (Kshs) Document Lodged Document Issued Processing Time
Limited Liability Partnership Registration Kenya 25,000 New Registration LLP 1 Certificate of Incorporation 1 day
Private Limited Company Registration Kenya 10,650 CR 1, CR 2, CR 8, Statement of Nominal Capital Certificate of Incorporation 3-5 days
Foreign Company Registration Kenya 7,550 FC2, FC4, FC6, Certificate of Incorporation, Copy of Constitution, Notarized Memarts, Acceptance Letter from Local Rep Certificate of Compliance 3-5 days
Public Limited Company Registration Kenya 10,650 CR 1, CR 2, CR 8, CR 10, CR 12, Statement of Nominal Capital Certificate of Incorporation 3-5 days
Unlimited Companies Registration Kenya 20,050 CR 1, CR 4, CR 8, Statement of Nominal Capital Certificate of Incorporation 3-5 days
Company Limited by Guarantee Kenya 10,000 CR 1, CR 3, CR 8 Certificate of Incorporation 3 days (after NIS vetting report)
Change of Company/Business Name Kenya Business Name: 800
Company: 4,000
LLP: 2,000		 Company CR 15 & 19 / Business BN 4 / LLP 9 Certificate of Change of Name 1 day
Official Company Search Kenya 650 N/A CR 12 Verified: Instant
Non-verified: 3-5 days
Change of Directors' Particulars Kenya 550 CR 7 CR 12 2 days
Change of Company Address Kenya 550 CR 16 No document issued (record updated) 1 day
Appointment of Company Secretary Kenya 550 CR 10 No document issued (record updated) 2 days
Conversion to Public/Private Limited Company Kenya 7,000 + 2,000 per form CR 17, CR 15, CR 18, CR 19, Amended Memorandum Certificate of Conversion 2 days
Dissolution of Companies Kenya 4,000 Company Resolution, CR 18 & 19 Letter of Confirmation 90 days

Factors Affecting the Cost of registration.

The cost of incorporating a company in Kenya depends on several key factors. Here are the main factors that influence the cost:

  1. Type of company

    The fees vary depending on the business structure. Eg Provate limited company, Public company or company limited by guarantee.

  2. Share Capital

    Companies with a higher share capital pay more in government stamp duty. For example, companies with share capital exceeding KES 500,000 attract additional charges.

  3. Registration Agent Fees

    Consulting services from agents or lawyers can increase costs but ensure compliance and save time.

  4. Name Availability

    If your preferred name is already taken, multiple name searches may be required, leading to additional charges.

  5. Foreign Ownership

    If the company has foreign directors or shareholders, additional compliance steps may be needed which come with additional costs.

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