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Export of animal embryos is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue a livestock breeding services provider's licence to registered veterinary paraprofessionals or veterinary surgeons. Registration of veterinary paraprofessionals and veterinary surgeons is carried out by both the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB) and the Livestock Genetics Society East Africa (LGSEA). For more information on registration and licensing of veterinary paraprofessionals and veterinary surgeons, select from the options below.
A veterinary paraprofessionals provide services ranging from disease surveillance, artificial insemination, treating sick animals, vaccinations and extension services amongst others.
The national development of livestock, and competent and professional animal health service provision, veterinary practices, clinics and veterinary training, in order to protect the welfare of farmers, professionals in livestock development, the animals and other stakeholders is regulated by the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB). Before engaging in the dealing of animal semen and embryos, veterinary surgeons and veterinary paraprofessionals must register with KVB, who issue a certificate of membership which must be retained annually. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
The veterinary paraprofessional licence is issued by the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB) to individuals who operate an ambulatory facility involved in the distribution or sale of animal semen. Prior to issuance of the licence, applicants are required to first register with KVB. The licence is valid for one (1) calendar year. For more information on how to renew the licence, click the link.
Export of animal embryos is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an international veterinary certificate for embryos per consignment. The export permit is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP). For more information on how to obtain the international veterinary certificate, click the link.
Prior to registration with AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD), exporters of fresh produce are required to be registered with an Association. The Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya (FPEAK) is one of Kenya's trade Associations that represents growers, exporters and service providers in the horticulture industry. For more information on how to register as either an ordinary or affiliate member, select from the options below.
Agriculture & Food Authority's (AFA) Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) is an automated platform that facilitates registration of traders with AFA Directorates. Prior to application of licences or certificates, from either of the Directorates, traders are required to obtain user credentials to gain access into the system. For more information on how to obtain the credentials, click the link.
The AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is charged with the mandate of regulation of horticultural nurseries, production, post-harvest handling and marketing of horticultural crops and produce in compliance with local and international standards. Traders must therefore register with AFA HCD who issue an export licence that is valid for one (1) financial year. For more information on how to register with AFA HCD, click the link.
Prior to issuance of a phytosanitary certificate for the export of avocados, the consignment has 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 a laboratory test report, 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 the link.
Export of avocados is regulated by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) who issue a phytosanitary certificate, to ascertain that the consignment is pest and disease free, and meets the standards of the country of destination. For more information on how to clear a consignment of avocados through MIA, click the link.
Fresh and dry produce is regulated by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), who issue a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment for export. For more information on how to register with KEPHIS, click the link.
Export of biological materials is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an international veterinary certificate for biological materials. The certificate is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click on the link.
Export of bull semen is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an international veterinary certificate for embryos per consignment. The export permit is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP). For more information on how to obtain the international veterinary certificate, click the link.
Export of coffee is regulated by AFA Coffee Directorate where traders can either export coffee as grower marketers or dealers. For more information on how to register with AFA Coffee Directorate, select from the options below. 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.
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 30th June every year. For more information on how to obtain the licence, click the link.
Grower marketer licenceA 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 30th June every year. For more information on how to obtain the licence, click the link.
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 certificate, click the link.
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.
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 Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP).
Export health certificateExport 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. For more information on how to clear your consignment through ICDN, click the link.
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. For more information on how to clear your consignment through the Port of Mombasa, click the link.
The setting up of a new fibre crops products manufacturing factory is regulated by AFA Fibre Crops Directorate (FCD), who issue a preliminary approval to allow applicant(s) set up the factory. Thereafter, the Directorate will inspect the premises prior to issuance of the certificate of compliance. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Register as a manufacturer with AFA Fibre Crops DirectorateExport of cuttings is regulated by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), who issue a phytosanitary certificate, to ascertain that the consignment is pest and disease free, and meets the standards of the country of destination. For more information on how to clear a consignment of cuttings through EIA, click the link.
A wholesale dealer is an individual who intends to trade in veterinary medicines in bulk, export or import veterinary medicines. As the competent authority,Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) will issue a wholesale dealer permit upon application and compliance with the veterinary medicines regulations. The permit is valid for one calendar year, 1st January to 31st December. For more information on how to obtain the permit, click the link.
The AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is charged with the mandate of regulation of horticultural nurseries, production, post-harvest handling and marketing of horticultural crops and produce in compliance with local and international standards. Traders must therefore register with AFA HCD, who issue an export licence that is valid for one financial year. For more information on how to obtain the licence, click the link.
The farm where the produce is grown, must be inspected by the AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD), who check to ensure that good agricultural practices have been complied with prior to the process of exporting. Once inspection is done and upon full compliance, AFA HCD will issues a farm inspection report. For more information on how to obtain the inspection report, click the link.
The facility where the produce is handled must be inspected by AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD), who check to ensure that, the facility is clean and the staff observe hygiene. Once the facility has been inspected and is in full compliance to the set standards, AFA HCD will issue a packhouse inspection report. For more information on how to obtain the inspection report, click the link.
Export of grains is regulated by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), who issue a phytosanitary certificate, to ascertain that the consignment is pest and disease free, and meets the standards of the country of destination. For more information on how to clear a consignment of grains through the Malaba, click the link.
A tannery is a premise where hides & skins of animals are treated and processed to produce leather. The Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS ) as the regulator, inspects the premises to ensure compliance with the set standards prior to issuance of a registration of premises certificate. Traders who do not own a tannery will be required to source their hides & skins from a registered premise. The certificate is valid for one (1) calendar year. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Export of leather & leather products 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 Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP).
Export of licit drugs is regulated by the Pharmacy & Poisons Board (PPB), who issue a product registration certificate for all new drugs. All new drugs must be analyzed and evaluated by a recognized laboratory in Kenya. Upon meeting its product specification, a certificate of analysis is issued, which must be submitted to PPB to facilitate registration of the new drug. In Kenya, there are three (3) main laboratories that provide product analysis services; Mission for Essential Drugs & Supplies (MEDS), Drug Analysis & Research Unit (DARU), and National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL). For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Certificate of good manufacturing practices
Export of licit drugs is regulated by the Pharmacy & Poisons Board (PPB), who issue an export permit permit consignment. Prior to issuance of the permit, exporters must obtain a Dangerous Drugs Authorization (DDA) export permit from PPB in compliance with the Narcotics and Psychotropic substances Regulations. The export permits are processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP). For more information on how to obtain the permit, click the link.
Export of licit drugs is regulated by the Pharmacy & Poisons Board (PPB). For more information on how to clear your consignment of licit drugs through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), click the link.
Export of sheep & goats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for sheep & goats intended for either slaughter or breeding, select from the options below.
The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Export of sheep & goats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of sheep & goats valued above USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of sheep & goats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of sheep & goats valued below USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of sheep & goats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of sheep & goats through JKIA, click the link.
Export of dogs & cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. The certificate is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Export of dogs & cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of dogs & cats valued above USD 2,000 through the Port of Mombasa, click the link.
Export of dogs & cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of dogs & cats valued below USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of dogs & cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of dogs & cats through JKIA, click the link.
Export of dogs & cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of dogs & cats through the Port of Mombasa, click the link.
Export of poultry is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. The certificate is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Export of live poultry is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of live poultry valued above USD 2,000 through the Port of Mombasa, click the link.
Export of live poultry is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of live poultry valued below USD 2,000 through the Port of Mombasa, click the link.
Export of live poultry is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of live poultry through JKIA, click the link.
Export of live poultry is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of live poultry through the Malaba OSBP, click the link.
Export of rabbits is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. The certificate is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Export of rabbits is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of rabbits valued above USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of rabbits is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of rabbits valued below USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of rabbits is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of rabbits through JKIA, click the link.
Export of camels is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of camels valued above USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of camels is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of camels through JKIA, click the link.
Export of cattle is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for cattle intended for either slaughter or breeding, select from the options below.
The international veterinary certificate is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
Export of cattle is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cattle valued above USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of cattle is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cattle valued below USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
Export of cattle is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of cattle through JKIA, click the link.
Export of cattle is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of cattle through the Malaba OSBP, click the link.
Export of pigs is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for pigs intended for either slaughter or breeding, select from the options below.
Export of pigs is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS), who issue an international veterinary certificate to ascertain the conditions outlined by the country of destination have been met, and that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of live animals by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to clear your consignment of pigs valued above USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
The export of fish and fishery products is is regulated by the Kenya Fisheries Service (KeFS), who is mandated to conserve, manage and develop Kenya fisheries and aquaculture resources. Individuals who intend to export live fish are therefore required to register a live fish holding unit facility with KeFS, who issues a certificate of compliance. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
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 Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. For more information on how to obtain an international veterinary certificate for live fish, click the link.
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 the link.
The export and wholesale of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) is regulated by the Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), who issue an export & wholesale of LPG in bulk licence to exporters of LPG. For more information on how to obtain the licence, click the link.
Transport of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) in bulk licenceA slaughterhouse is a facility where animals are slaughtered for human consumption. While it is not mandatory for all exporters of meat and meat products to own a slaughterhouse, all meat and meat products for export must be sourced from a registered export slaughterhouse; click here to access a list of the registered export slaughterhouses. The Directorate of Veterinary Services, 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. For more information on how to register an export slaughterhouse, click on the link.
For more information on how to clear your consignment of meat and meat products valued above USD 2,000 through Lunga Lunga OSBP, click on the link.
Meat & meat products export procedure through Lunga Lunga OSBP below USD 2,000For more information on how to clear your consignment of meat and meat products valued below USD 2,000 through Lunga Lunga OSBP, click on the link.
Meat & meat products export procedure through Moi International Airport (MIA)For more information on how to clear your consignment of meat and meat products through Moi International Airport (MIA), click on the link.
Meat & meat products export procedure through the Port of Mombasa Export of meat and meat products is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services who issue an export permit for each consignment to ascertain the consignment is disease free and is fit for human consumption. For more information on how to clear your consignment of meat and meat products through the Port of Mombasa, click on the link.Export of milk & milk products is regulated by Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) who issue an export permit, while the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) issues an international veterinary certificate per consignment. For more information on how to clear your consignment of milk & milk products through the Taveta-Holili One Stop Border Post (OSBP), click the link.
Processed fish for export may be processed from water-based facilities which must be licensed by the Kenya Fisheries Service (KeFS), after a series of inspections of the establishment, and a dry-run of both the fishing and the processing of fish.
Export of pyrethrum and pyrethrum products is regulated by AFA Miraa, Pyrethrum, and Other Industrial Crops Directorate (MPICD), whose mandate is to advice the Government and the industry on matters related to pyrethrum and other industrial crops production and marketing, as well as promote development and adoption of standards for labeling, packaging, grading, transporting and storing products in compliance with local and international standards, among others.
A trader wishing to export pyrethrum must first register as a processor with MPICD who issue a registration certificate. For more information on how to obtain the certificate of registration, click on the link.
Export of pyrethrum is regulated by AFA Miraa, Pyrethrum and Other Industrial Crops Directorate (MPICD) who issue a registration certificate, export licence and an export permit for each consigment. Exporters of pyrethrum are also required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment.
For more information on how to clear your consignemnt through the Port of Mombasa, click on the link.
Export of irish potatoes is regulated by AFA Food Crops Directorate who issues an export permit for each consignment. Processing of the export permits is done through the Kenya National Electronic Single Window System.
For more information on how to obtain an export permit for irish potatoes, click on the link.
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)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.
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. For more information on how to obtain a seed testing certificate, click on the link.
The AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is charged with the mandate of regulation of horticultural nurseries, production, post-harvest handling and marketing of horticultural crops and produce in compliance with local and international standards. Traders must therefore register with AFA HCD who issue an export licence that is valid for one (1) financial year. For more information on how to register with AFA HCD, click the link.
The AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) is charged with the mandate of regulation of horticultural nurseries, production, post-harvest handling and marketing of horticultural crops and produce in compliance with local and international standards. Traders must therefore register their nurseries with AFA HCD who issue a horticultural crop nursery licence that is valid for one (1) financial year. For more information on how to obtain the licence, click the link.
Setting up of a manufacturing factory is regulated by the AFA Fibre Crops Directorate who issue a preliminary approval to allow applicant(s) set up the factory. Thereafter, the Directorate will inspect the premises prior to issuance of a certificate of compliance.
For more information on the process, click on the link.
Register as a manufacturer with AFA Fibre Crops DirectorateExport of sisal must be done by marketing agents registered with AFA Fibre Crops Directorate. All agents 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). For more information on how to obtain a sisal export permit, click on the link.
The farm where the produce is grown, must be inspected by the AFA Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD), who check to ensure that good agricultural practices have been complied with prior to the process of exporting. Once inspection is done and upon full compliance, AFA HCD will issues a farm inspection report. For more information on how to obtain the inspection report, click the link.
The East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA) is an organisation 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.
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.
Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & 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.
Agriculture and Food Authority's (AFA) Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) is an automated platform that facilitates registration of traders with AFA Directorates. Prior to application of licences or certificates, from either of the Directorates, traders are required to obtain user credentials to gain access into the system. For more information on how to obtain the credentials, click the link.
The Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS) is an electronic platform that facilitates the processing and issuance of permits, import declaration forms (IDF) and declaration of goods. Traders are required to register with Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) as either exporters or importers and get trained on how to lodge documents on KESWS. The traders are then issued with user credentials which enable them to login and access the System. For more information on how to train and register with KESWS, please select from options below.
The Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS) is an electronic platform that facilitates the processing and issuance of permits, import declaration forms (IDF) and declaration of goods. For more information on how to apply for training on KESWS, click the link.
This procedure applies to first time traders who require to obtain a preferential certificate of origin during export. Traders are required to register with the Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) Rules of Origin Section to obtain a registration letter. The letter confirms the country of origin of the goods to be exported and is a requirement when applying for the preferential certificate of origin.
Standardization mark permit
The Standardization Mark (S Mark) is a mandatory mark of quality required for goods that are processed and packaged locally intended for local consumption or for export within the East African Community (EAC) region. Traders wishing to export processed goods within the EAC region are therefore required to obtain an S Mark permit which is issued by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS). The permit is valid for one (1) calendar year from the date of issue.
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 Kenya (PHS) or by Public Health Officers, from the respective County Governments where the premises are located. The licence is valid for one (1) calendar year. For more information on how to obtain a food hygiene licence from either the County Government or County Public Health Office, select from the options below.
The licence is required for export of produce that are globally known/suspected to be of possible Genetically modified organism e.g., maize(add more commodities). The licence is issued by the National Biosafety Authority (NBA) per consignment. The market requirements in the country of destination will determine the need for the GMO certificate.
A phytosanitary certificate certifies that plants & plant products are free from regulated pests and conform with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment, and are expected to know the market requirements of their intended export market. The certificate is issued by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
A phytosanitary certificate certifies that plants & plant products are free from regulated pests and conform with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment, and are expected to know the market requirements of their intended export market. The certificate is issued by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
A phytosanitary certificate certifies that plants & plant products are free from regulated pests and conform with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment, and are expected to know the market requirements of their intended export market. The certificate is issued by the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS). For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
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. For more information on how to obtain the COO, please select from the options below.
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. The AfCFTA certificate of origin is issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain a non-preferential certificate of origin, select from the options below.
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. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
EU certificate of origin