EXPORT

Commodities
- Pyrethrum
- Other fruits and vegetables
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issues a phytosanitary certificate. The export licence issued by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is one of the requirements for traders of fresh produce.
  - Farm inspection
    
    The farm where the produce is grown, must be inspected by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) who checks to ensure that good agricultural practices have been complied to prior to the process of exporting. Once inspection is done and upon full compliance, HCD will issues a farm inspection report.
  - Packhouse inspection
    The facility where the produce is handled, must be inspected by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) who checks to ensure the facility is clean and the staff observe hygiene. Once the facility has been inspected and is in full compliance to the standards, HCD will issue a packhouse inspection report.
  - Register with AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD)
    A trader wishing to export fresh fruits and vegetables must register as an exporter with AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) who issue an export licence and export certificate.
  - Phytosanitary certificate
    A phytosanitary certificate certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Issuance of the phytosanitary certificate is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
  - Fruits and vegetables export procedure through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
  - Fruits and vegetables export procedure through Namanga OSBP
  - Fruits and vegetables export procedure through Isebania OSBP
  - Fruits and vegetables export procedure through Busia OSBP
  - Fruits and vegetables export procedure through Malaba OSBP
  - Fruits and vegetables export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
- Fruits - Avocados
  - Laboratory test report
    
    Export of fresh produce is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), who issue a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment to ascertain that the produce meets the prescribed standards of the international export markets, and is free from pests and diseases. Prior to issuance of phytosanitary certificate for the export of avocados, the consignment will have to be sampled and tested to determine the maturity of the crop and oil content among other factors. Sampling and analysis of the avocados is done by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) who issue laboratory test reports and clear the consignment for export.
    
    For more information on how to obtain a laboratory test report for avocados in either the closed or open season, select from the options below.
    - Laboratory test report (open season)
      
      During the open season for avocados, which is determined by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD), the trader is expected to submit samples from the consignment to be exported for analysis. For more information on how to obtain a laboratory test report from AFA HCD in the open season, click on the link.
    - Laboratory test report (closed season)
      
      During the closed season for avocados, which is determined by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD), the Directorate will collect samples from the field for analysis. For more information on how to obtain a laboratory test report from AFA HCD in the closed season, click on the link.
- Vegetables - beans and peas
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    
    All exporters of beans or peas from Kenya must undergo a food safety audit on their produce, as part of the registration as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) procedure. The audit is done to ascertain that the pesticide residue levels found in the produce, are as per international market standards.
- Flowers
  - Farm inspection
    
    The farm where the produce is grown, must be inspected by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) who checks to ensure that good agricultural practices have been complied to prior to the process of exporting. Once inspection is done and upon full compliance, HCD will issues a farm inspection report.
  - Packhouse inspection
    
    The facility where the produce is handled, must be inspected by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) who check to ensure the facility is clean and the staff observe hygiene. Once the facility has been inspected and is in full compliance to the standards, HCD will issue a packhouse inspection report.
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    
    A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issues a phytosanitary certificate. The export licence issued by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is one of the requirements for traders of fresh produce.
  - Phytosanitary certificate
    
    A phytosanitary certificate certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Issuance of the phytosanitary certificate is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
  - Flowers export procedure through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
- Coffee
  - Coffee exporter licence
    
    Export of coffee is regulated by AFA Coffee Directorate where traders can either export coffee as grower marketers or dealers. Grower marketers are allowed to export through direct sales where they negotiate prices directly with the buyer(s) in the country of destination. Coffee dealers must purchase coffee through the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) auction where marketing agents sell coffee on behalf of the smallholder growers aggregated as co-operative societies and large estate owners.
    - Pulping station licence
      
      A pulping station is where coffee cherries are pulped, washed, dried, fermented and treated into parchment coffee. AFA Coffee Directorate , as the regulator, inspects the pulping station to ensure compliance with the set standards prior to issuance of the licence. The licence is issued to individuals, cooperative societies and companies with a minimum of five acres of mature coffee. The licence expires on 30^th June every year.
    - Grower marketer licence
      
      A grower-marketer, is a coffee grower who sells their coffee directly to the buyer in the country of destination. The licence is issued by AFA Coffee Directorate to growers in possession of a valid pulping station licence. The licence expires on 30^th June every year.
    - Coffee dealer's licence
      
      A coffee dealer is an individual who intends to transact in clean coffee produced in Kenya. The licence is issued by AFA Coffee Directorate to traders who intend to buy coffee from the auction (Nairobi Coffee Exchange ), which is scheduled every Tuesday except public holidays. The licence expires on 30^th June every year.
    - Coffee liqourer certificate
      
      A coffee liquorer is a coffee expert who is professionally trained in classifying coffee through tasting. As the regulator, AFA Coffee Directorate issues a certificate to qualified applicant(s).
      
      For more information on how to obtain the coffee liquorer certificate, click on the link.
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    
    A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issues a phytosanitary certificate.
  - Phytosanitary certificate
    
    A phytosanitary certificate certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Issuance of the phytosanitary certificate is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
  - Clean coffee movement permit
    
    A clean coffee movement permit is issued to coffee traders to transport their coffee from the warehouse to the point of loading. The permit is issued by AFA Coffee Directorate and is valid for five working days from the date of issue.
  - International Coffee Organization (ICO) certificate of origin
    
    All exporters of coffee are required to obtain an International Coffee Organization (ICO) certificate of origin for each consignment as per the AFA Coffee Directorate's regulations. The certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS).
  - Coffee export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
    
    Export of coffee can either be done by grower marketers or coffee dealers. The grower marketers export through direct sales where they negotiate prices directly with the buyer while coffee dealers export through the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) auction where they buy coffee from marketing agents who sell coffee on behalf of the smaller holder growers aggregated as co-operative societies and large estate owners.
  - Coffee clearance procedure through the Inland Container Depot (ICD)
    
    Export of coffee can either be done by growers marketers or coffee dealers. The grower marketers export through direct sales where they negotiate prices directly with the buyer while coffee dealers export through the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) auction where they buy coffee from marketing agents who sell coffee on behalf of the small holder growers aggregated as co-operative societies and large estate owners.
- Tea
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    
    A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issues a phytosanitary certificate. The export licence issued by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is one of the requirements for traders of fresh produce.
  - Register with AFA Tea Directorate
    
    Export of tea in Kenya is regulated by AFA Tea Directorate. The Directorate has the mandate to promote Kenyan tea in both local and international markets, license tea manufacturing factories, register tea buyers (exporters), tea brokers, tea packers, management agents, and any other person dealing in tea.
    
    Select your type of licence below to get more information on the registration process.
    - Tea buyer/exporter & importer licence
      Issuance of a buyer/exporter and importer licence is regulated by the AFA Tea Directorate. The licence is valid for a period between 1^st July to 30^th June.
    - Tea manufacturing licence
      A tea manufacturer is company or firm authorized to carry out the business of manufacturing tea for sale, packaging and blending of tea. AFA Tea Directorate regulates issuance of the tea manufacturing licence, which is valid for a period between 1^st July to 30^th June.
    - Tea broker licence
      A tea broker is a company or firm established for the purpose of negotiating the purchase or sale of tea between producers and buyers. AFA Tea Directorate regulates issuance of the tea broker licence, which is valid for a period between 1^st July to 30^th June.
    - Tea warehouseman licence
      A tea warehouseman licence is issued to companies in the business of storing tea intended for sale from a producer, buyer or packer. AFA Tea Directorate regulates issuance of the tea warehouseman licence, which is valid for a period between 1^st July to 30^th June.
    - Tea packer licence
      A tea packer is trader who packs tea into packets intended for sale.AFA Tea Directorate regulates issuance of the tea packer licence, which is valid for a period between 1^st July to 30^th June.
  - East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA) Membership
    
    The East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA) is an organization that brings together tea producers (manufacturers), buyers (exporters), brokers, packers and warehousemen to interact commercially at the tea auction and to promote the best interests of the tea trade in Africa. Anyone who intends to take part in the tea auction must first register with EATTA. The auction system has four main categories; producers (manufacturers), brokers, buyers (exporters) and warehousemen.
    
    Select your type of membership below to get more information on the registration process.
    - Register as a buyer (exporter)
      
      Any person, or company engaged in buying tea from Africa.
    - Register as a producer
      
      Any person, or company actively engaged in the growing and/or manufacture of tea, or as agents for tea growers and/or tea manufacturers in Africa.
    - Register as a broker
      
      Any person, or company established in Africa for the purpose of negotiations of the purchase or sale of tea between members of the Association.
    - Register as a warehouse
      
      Any person, or company established in Africa warehousing teas being sold in accordance with EATTA General Trading Rules and EATTA Trading Regulations.
    - Register as a packer
      Any person, or company actively engaged in buying tea in Africa for retail.
    - Register as an associate
      
      Any person, or company not falling within the other member categories (buyer, producer, broker, warehouse or packer) and is in the support business of the Association.
  - Tea export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
    
    AFA Tea Directorate regulated the export of tea as the competent authority in Kenya. A trader is required to first register with the Directorate. All tea(s) for export must be sourced from the East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA) auction , and for one to participate, they need to register with EATTA before they can purchase the tea(s) at the auction.
  - Phytosanitary certificate
    
    A phytosanitary certificate certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The issuance of the phytosanitary certificate is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
- Processed (dry, chilled, and frozen) fish
  - Preliminary registrations, licences and certificates
    - Register a fish processing facility
      - Register a land-based facility
        
        Processed fish for export may be processed from land-based facilities which must be licensed by Kenya Fisheries Service after a series of inspections of the establishment and a test-run of the processing of fish.
      - Register a water-based facility
        
        Processed fish for export may be processed from water-based facilities which must be licensed by Kenya Fisheries Service after a series of inspections of the fishing vessel and a dry-run of both the fishing and the processing of fish.
    - Dry fish movement permit
      A fish movement permit is issued to traders allowing them to move fish and fish products within the country. The issuance of the dry fish movement permit is regulated by Kenya Fisheries Service, through the office of the County Director of fisheries.
  - Permits
    - Export permit for fish and fishery products (FD04)
      Export of fish is regulated by Kenya Fisheries Service who issue an export permit for fish and fish products per consignment.
    - Fish export health certificates
      
      Export of fish is regulated by Kenya Fisheries Service who issue an export permit for each consignment to be exported. A fish health certificate is issued after the consignment has been inspected to ascertain that the consignment is free from diseases and fit for human consumption.
      
      For more information on how to obtain a fish health certificates for consignments to the European Union (EU) or other markets, select from the options provided below.
  - Clearance
    - Processed (dry, chilled, and frozen) fish export procedure through Isebania OSBP
    - Processed (dry, chilled, and frozen) fish export procedure through Busia OSBP
- Live fish
  - Preliminary registrations, licences and certificates
    - Live fish movement permit
      
      A fish movement permit is issued to traders allowing them to move fish and fish products within the country. The issuance of the live fish movement permit is regulated by Kenya Fisheries Service, through the office of the County Director of fisheries.
  - Permits
    - International veterinary certificate VS21
      
      Export of live fish is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain that the consignment meets the conditions outlined by the country of destination, and that the live fish are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
      
      Click on the link for more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for live fish.
    - Fish export health certificates
      
      Export of fish is regulated by Kenya Fisheries Service who issue an export permit for each consignment to be exported. A fish health certificate is issued after the consignment has been inspected to ascertain that the consignment is free from diseases.
      
      For more information on how to obtain a fish health certificates for consignments to the European Union (EU) or other markets, select from the options provided below.
      - EU fish export health certificate
        
        Consignments of fish intended for the European market will be required to be accompanied with an EU fish export health certificate. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click on the link.
  - Clearance
    - Live fish export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
      Export of live fish is regulated by the Kenya Fisheries Service. The exporter is issued with an export permit and a fish health certificate, per consignment. Export of processed(frozen) is done through the Port of Mombasa.
- Fresh fish
  - Preliminary registrations, licences and certificates
    - Fresh fish movement permit
      
      A fish movement permit is issued to traders allowing them to move fish and fish products within the country. The issuance of the fresh fish movement permit is regulated by Kenya Fisheries Service, through the office of the County Director of fisheries.
  - Permits
    - Export permit for fish and fishery products (FD04)
      Export of fish is regulated by Kenya Fisheries Service who issue an export permit for fish and fish products per consignment.
- Pesticides
  - Export permit
    Export of pesticides is regulated by Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) who issues an export permit for each consignment. The export permits are processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS).
- Rice
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issues a phytosanitary certificate per consignment.
    Click on the link for guides to register as an exporter with KEPHIS.
- Sisal
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issues a phytosanitary certificate. The export licence issued by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is one of the requirements for traders of fresh produce.
  - Marketing agency licence
    
    A marketing agent is an individual, company or cooperative which intends to receive, sell, dispose, export or import sisal fibre. AFA Fibre Crops Directorate regulates issuance of the marketing agency licence to traders. The licence is valid for a period between he 1st July to 30th June.
  - Sisal factory licence
    
    A sisal factory is a premise designated for processing sisal leaf into sisal fibre. AFA Fibre Crops Directorate regulates issuance of the sisal factory licence. The licence issued is categorized based on the source of the fibre as shown below:
    
    1. A holder processing their own leaf.
    
    2. A holder processing their own leaf as well as bought fibre.
    
    The sisal factory licence is valid for a period between 1st July to 30th June.
  - Sisal spinning licence
    
    A sisal spinning factory is a premise designated for processing sisal fibre for both local and international markets.AFA Fibre Crops Directorate regulates issuance of the sisal spinning licence. The licence is valid for a period between 1st July to 30th June.
  - Sisal export permit
    
    Export of sisal must be done by marketing agents registered with A FA Fibre Crops Directorate. All sisal exporters are therefore required to obtain a sisal export permit for each consignment. The sisal export permits are processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS).
  - Phytosanitary certificate
    A phytosanitary certificate is a certificate that certifies plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Issuance of the phytosanitary certificate is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
- Seeds
  - Register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
    A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register as an exporter with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issues a phytosanitary certificate. The export licence issued by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is one of the requirements for traders of fresh produce.
  - Register as a seed merchant
    
    Export of seeds is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who will issue a certificate of registration to traders intending to engage in the local trade or export of seeds, and the traders are required to first register with KEPHIS as seed merchants. The certificate is valid for one calendar year.
  - Register as a seed merchant (renewal)
    
    Export of seeds is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who will issue a certificate of registration to traders intending to engage in the local trade or export of seeds, and the traders are required to first register with KEPHIS as seed merchants. The certificate is valid for one calendar year.
    
    Failure to renew the seed merchant certificate of registration for two consecutive years leads to loss of status as a registered seed merchant and will require a fresh application of the trader as a new applicant.
  - Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease (MLND) testing report
    
    Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease (MLND) is a result of a combination of two viruses; Maize Chlorotic Mottle virus and Sugarcane Mosaic virus which affect maize crops. Seed merchants dealing in maize seed require to have their seeds tested for MLND. Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) will test a sample of the seed crop and issue a pest diagnosis report.
  - Seed certification
    
    All seeds of all crops for export must be tested and certified by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) and meet the gazetted minimum standards.
  - Seeds export procedure through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
    
    Exportation of seeds is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). Exporters must register with KEPHIS as exporters and as seed merchants prior to exportation. Seeds intended for export must be tested and certified by KEPHIS who will issue a germination test certificate. In compliance with the set phytosanitary requirements, KEPHIS will also issue a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
  - Phytosanitary certificate
    A phytosanitary certificate is a certificate that certifies plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Issuance of the phytosanitary certificate is regulated by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
  - Seeds clearance procedure through Namanga border post
- Wool
  - Export permit
    Export of wool is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an export permit after inspection of each consignment The export permits are processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS).
- Live animals
  - Sheep and goats
    
    The export of sheep and goats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issues an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
    
    Click on the links below for more information on how to obtain an export permit for sheep and goats intended for slaughter or breeding.
    - Sheep and goats international veterinary certificate
      
      The export of sheep and goats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issues an international veterinary certificate to ascertain that the live animals meet the conditions outlined by the country of destination, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
      
      Click on the links below for more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for sheep and goats intended for slaughter or breeding.
      - Sheep and goats for slaughter
      - Sheep and goats for breeding
  - Dogs and cats
    
    Export of dogs and cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
  - Camels
    - International veterinary certificate for camels (VS 58)
      Export of camels is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
  - Poultry
    
    Export of live poultry is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain that the live animals meet the conditions outlined by the country of destination, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
    - International veterinary certificate for live poultry (VS 17)
      Export of live poultry is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
  - Rabbits
  - Cattle
    
    Export of cattle is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
    Click on the links below for more information on how to obtain an export permit for sheep and goats intended for slaughter or breeding.
    - Cattle international veterinary certificate
      
      The export of cattle is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issues an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
      
      Click on the links below for more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for cattle intended for slaughter or breeding.
      - Cattle for slaughter
      - Cattle for breeding
  - Pigs
    
    Export of pigs is is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who will issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain that the live animals meet the conditions outlined by the country of destination, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
    - Pigs international veterinary certificate
      
      The export of pigs is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issues an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and the animals are healthy and disease free. The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), and is issued per consignment.
      Click on the links below for more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for pigs intended for slaughter or breeding.
      - Pigs for slaughter
      - Pigs for breeding
  - Live animals export procedure through Isebania border post
  - Live animals export procedure through Malaba border post
  - Live animals export procedure through Port of Mombasa
  - Live animals export procedure through Busia OSBP
  - Live animals export procedure through MIA
- Animal feeds
  - Export permit for animal feeds VS25
    Export of animal feeds is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an export permit per consignment for the export of animal feeds.
  - Animal feeds export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
- Meat and meat products
  - Register an export slaughterhouse
    
    A slaughterhouse is a facility where animals are slaughtered for human consumption. Anyone intending to export meat and meat products, must first register the export slaughterhouse with the Directorate of Veterinary Services, who will inspect the premises to ensure that the slaughterhouse's operations work end to end prior to issuance of an export slaughterhouse licence. The licence is valid for a period between 1st January to 31st December.
  - Export permit for meat and meat products (VS28)
    
    Export of meat and meat products is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services who issue an export permit for each consignment. A risk assessment outcome from the country of origin will be carried out; this will then facilitate issuance of the import permit from the country of destination. The export permit is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS)
  - Meat and meat products export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
- Honey and other apiary products
  - International veterinary certificate for honey and other apiary products (VS61)
    
    Export of honey and other apiary products such as, beeswax, flower pollen, bee pollen, and royal jelly, are regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an export permit per consignment for the export of honey and other apiary products.
  - Honey and other apiary products export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
- Eggs and eggs products
  - Eggs and eggs products export procedure through the Port of Mombasa
- Milk and milk products
  - International veterinary certificate for milk and milk products (VS27)
    Export of milk and milk products is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services who issue an export permit for each consignment. Prior to the application and issuance of the permit, a risk assessment is carried out in the importing country to ensure that the consignment meets the sanitary requirements of the country of destination and facilitates the issuance of an import permit by the competent authority in that country. The export permit is processed through the Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS). For more information on how to obtain the international veterinary certificate for milk and milk products, click on the link.
  - Export permit for milk and milk products
    
    Export of milk and milk products is regulated by Kenya Dairy Board (KDB). A trader intending to export milk and milk products must obtain an export permit for each consignment.
    
    For more information on how to obtain an export permit for milk and milk products, click on the link.

Preliminary registrations, licences and certificates

Permits
- Export certificate
  An export certificate is issued by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) to an exporter of horticultural produce (fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers) as an indication that AFA HCD has cleared the consignment for export.
- Certificate of origin
  
  A certificate of origin is a document that confirms that the goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. Certificates of origin are categorized into; preferential or non - preferential and are issued per consignment.
  
  A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for exports where trade agreements have been entered into with Kenya and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU), African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preferences (GSP). A non - preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) that confirms the country of origin of goods being exported.
  
  Select your type of certificate for more information on how to obtain one.
  - EAC certificate of origin
    
    The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Kenya, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.
  - EU certificate of origin
    The European Union (EU) certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Kenya, and are to be exported within the European community. The certificate is issued per consignment.
  - COMESA certificate of origin
    The COMESA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Kenya, and are to be exported within the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.
  - AGOA certificate of origin
    The African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Kenya, and are to be exported to a country within the AGOA trade Act. The certificate is issued per consignment.
  - GSP certificate of origin
    The Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Kenya, and are to be exported to a member state. The certificate is issued per consignment.
  - Register with Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI)
    Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) is the umbrella body of the private sector in Kenya. The Chamber is an autonomous, non-profit, membership-based and private sector lobby institution. Membership to the Chamber is not mandatory however, membership is diverse and has benefits such as networking opportunities, training consultancy, customer referrals and credibility in your business to mention a few.
  - Certificate of origin
    
    The Certificate of Origin (COO) is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has the mandate to issue the (ordinary/non-preferential) COO to all exporters of goods originating from Kenya.
- Food hygiene licence
  A food hygiene licence is required for all facilities that process and package products that are for human consumption, e.g packhouses. The licence is issued by Port Health Services or by Public Health Officers in respective County governments. This procedure only applies to exporters.
- Certificate of radioanalysis
  The Radiation Protection Board is the Authority that regulates all radioactive materials, materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Kenya. As the regulator, Radiation Protection Board issues the certificate of radio analysis to ascertain that commodities are free of radioactive elements. The certificate is required when exporting certain commodities such as tea or coffee to certain trade markets and such a certificate is required per consignment.
- Genetically modified organism (GMO) free certificate
  Required for the export of produce that are globally known/suspected to be of possible GMO e.g., maize; per consignment. Exporters will be advised to obtain one by the importer in the country of destination. Exporters will be advised to obtain one by the importer in the country of destination
- Export health certificate
  An export health certificate is required for the export of all commodities that are for human consumption. Issuance of the certificate is regulated by Port Health Services and is required for each consignment for export.