Do you want to start a Company in Kenya? Well! You are at the right place. Kenya Business Registration Services Act of 2015 decentralised Nairobi-based Business Registration Service services by opening branches in each county to provide effective and personalised business assistance.
Why Register Your Business/Company?
Individuals are authorised to purchase, own, charge, and dispose of both movable and immovable property through a registered business or company. Additionally, it makes things easier to do like borrow money and gives businesses a legal framework under which to operate.
Steps to Register Your Business/Company
Step 1: Company Name Reservation
- Register on eCitizen
- Apply and pay for a company name search
- Obtain company name reservation
Step 2: Company Registration
- Apply and pay for company registration
- Submit signed application forms
- Obtain company registration documents
Step 3: Taxpayer Registration
- Apply for a company Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) pin
- Submit KRA pin acknowledgment receipt
- Obtain the company KRA pin
Step 4: Obtain Unified Business Permit
- Verification of business application permit
- Assessment of business license fees
- Obtain an invoice for business license fee
- Pay for license fees and obtain a unified business permit
Step 5: National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF)
- Apply for NHIF employer registration
- Obtain NHIF employer’s code
Step 6: National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Registration
- Apply for NSSF employer registration
- Obtain NSSF certificate of registration
Interactive Guide: Dive into Each Step for a Deeper Insight
Step 1: Company Name Reservation
Sign up on Kenya’s online government services portal, eCitizen, and start your business adventure. Next, apply for and pay for a company name search. This is an essential step to make sure your preferred business name is available and distinctive. Once authorised, you can reserve the space using the name of your choice.
Step 2: Company Registration
To register a corporation and pay for it, use the eCitizen portal. Get the desired business registration paperwork by submitting the required application forms that have been signed. This action formally creates your corporation or business.
Step 3: Taxpayer Registration
Applying for a Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) pin can help you position your company for financial transactions. Obtain your company’s unique KRA pin by submitting the KRA pin acknowledgment receipt. This is an essential tax identification number.
Step 4: Obtain Unified Business Permit
Verify the business application permission to unleash the potential of your company. To receive a unified business permit and continue doing business, calculate the fee, get an invoice, and pay.
Step 5: National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Put your own and your workers’ health first by registering as an NHIF employer. Obtain an employer’s code for the NHIF to guarantee access to necessary healthcare services.
Step 6: National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Registration
Submit an application for NSSF employer registration to safeguard your employees’ financial future. Get the NSSF registration certificate to show your staff well-being commitment.
Empower Your Entrepreneurial Journey
Registering a company in Kenya is a step towards entrepreneurship, not merely a legal requirement. Every registration procedure serves as a doorway to many aspects of employee welfare, taxation, and corporate operations. Take advantage of the interactive guidance, feel empowered by registering, and unleash your inner entrepreneur in Kenya’s dynamic business environment. This is where your trip starts!
Also check:How to register a Limited Company in Kenya.
