Company Formation & Corporate Law
Company registration, memorandum and articles, shareholders agreements, corporate governance, and annual compliance.
From first incorporation to annual compliance, we set your Kenyan company up correctly — memorandum and articles, shareholders agreements, and sound corporate governance — and keep it compliant and ready to grow, whether you’re running it locally or from anywhere in the world.
Services offered
- Company incorporation
- Memorandum and articles of association
- Business structuring
- Corporate governance advisory
- Shareholders agreements
- Annual compliance and returns
- Statutory register maintenance
- Business licensing
- Corporate restructuring
- NGO and foundation registration
- Foreign investment advisory
- Beneficial ownership filings
Fixed-fee pricing
Indicative fees in KES. Disbursements (government/registry fees) are additional.
| Service | Fee (KES) | Disbursements / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Company registration | 25,000 – 35,000 | Plus BRS name search + registration fees |
| Company KRA PIN registration | 5,000 – 10,000 | — |
| Shareholder / partnership agreement | 30,000 – 60,000 | — |
| Corporate governance advisory | From 20,000 | — |
How it works
- 1
Instruction & KYC
1–2 days Directors IDs, KRA PINs - 2
Name search & reservation
1–3 days - 3
Confirm shareholding & directors
1–2 days - 4
Draft memorandum & articles
2–3 days - 5
Prepare statement of nominal capital
1 day - 6
Execution of incorporation documents
1–2 days - 7
Lodge with the BRS
1 day - 8
Registration & certificate of incorporation
3–7 days - 9
Company KRA PIN registration
1–3 days - 10
Open bank account support
3–5 days - 11
Statutory registers & seal
2–3 days - 12
Handover & compliance briefing
1 day
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to register a company in Kenya?
A private limited company is typically registered within 1–2 weeks once name reservation is approved and all director and shareholder documents are in order. We prepare and file everything through the Business Registration Service on your behalf.
What documents do I need to register a company in Kenya?
You will need national IDs or passports for all directors and shareholders, KRA PINs, passport photographs, and the proposed company details — name options, share structure, and registered office address. We guide you through each item.
Can a foreigner own a company in Kenya?
Yes. Foreign nationals can own shares in a Kenyan company, and in most sectors 100% foreign ownership is permitted. We advise on sector-specific restrictions, work permits for directors, and the most tax-efficient structure.
What ongoing compliance does a Kenyan company have?
Companies must file annual returns with the Registrar, maintain statutory registers, and keep beneficial-ownership records up to date. We offer compliance audits and automated reminders so nothing is missed.
