Why global investors and entrepreneurs are choosing Kenya for growth.
Strategic gateway to the East African Community (EAC), a market of over 300 million people.
World-leading fintech ecosystem, ideal for digital financial services and tech startups.
Robust sectors in agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and a rapidly expanding tech scene, the 'Silicon Savannah'.
A large, dynamic, and English-speaking workforce provides a strong talent pool for businesses.
Significant government investment in transport, energy, and digital infrastructure supports business operations.
Government policies actively encourage foreign investment with established legal protections.
Transparent pricing for your successful market entry.
Ideal for local entrepreneurs and foreign investors looking for a standard, straightforward market entry.
approx. 207,870 KES
Comprehensive setup with banking, tax registrations, and initial compliance for serious businesses.
approx. 324,870 KES
Full-service package for foreign entities, including necessary permits and registrations for expatriate staff.
approx. 519,870 KES
Find the right legal entity for your business objectives.
The most common entity for local and foreign investors, offering limited liability to its shareholders.
No official minimum, but nominal amount recommended.
Minimum 1, Maximum 50.
SMEs, startups, trading companies, and most foreign investments.
A company that can offer its shares to the public. Subject to stricter regulations and reporting.
KES 6,750,000.
Minimum 7, no maximum.
Large corporations seeking public investment or planning an IPO.
An extension of a parent company abroad, registered to conduct business in Kenya. Not a separate legal entity.
No specific capital, but must show financial viability.
Parent company is the owner.
Multinational corporations expanding their existing operations into Kenya.
A structure combining the features of a partnership and a company, offering limited liability to partners.
No minimum.
Minimum 2 partners.
Professional services firms like law, accounting, and consulting.
End-to-end support for your Kenyan operations.
Full assistance with documentation and introduction to leading Kenyan banks.
approx. 78,000 KES
Complete handling of the application process for one expatriate employee.
approx. 195,000 KES
Provision of a registered business address for one year to meet compliance requirements.
approx. 123,500 KES
Management of annual returns, statutory records, and basic secretarial duties.
approx. 156,000 KES
Your questions about forming a company in Kenya, answered.