Export

Preliminary registrations, licences and certificates

Train and register with Kenya TradeNet System (KESWS)

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.

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 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.

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Permits

International veterinary certificate for dogs and cats (VS16)

Click on the link for more information on how to obtain an export permit for dogs and cats.

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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.

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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.

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.

Clearance

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Dogs and cats export procedure through the Port of Mombasa

Export of dogs and cats 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 that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to clear your consignment of dogs and cats through the Port of Mombasa, click on the link.

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Dogs and cats export procedure through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)

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 dogs and cats through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), click on the link.

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Dogs and cats export procedure through Moi International Airport (MIA)

Export of dogs and cats 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 that the animals are healthy and disease free. Information on global standards for transportation of pets by air can be accessed here. For more information on how to export your consignment of dogs and cats through Moi International Airport, click on the link.

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Dogs and cats export procedure through Isebania One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

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Dogs and cats export procedure through Busia One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

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Dogs and cats export procedure through Malaba One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

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Value of consignment

Procedures for a first-time trader

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Export dogs and cats through the Port of Mombasa

This procedure sequentially compiles the licences, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of dogs and cats, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Kenya, via the Port of Mombasa.

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Export dogs and cats through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)

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Export dogs and cats through Isebania OSBP

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Export dogs and cats through Busia OSBP

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Export dogs and cats through Malaba OSBP

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Export dogs and cats through Lunga Lunga OSBP

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Import

Preliminary registrations, licences and certificates

Train and Register with Kenya TradeNet System

For more information on how to train and register with KESWS, please select from the options below.

Permits

Import permit for dogs and cats (VS01)

Import of dogs and cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an import per consignment, which must be accompanied by a veterinary health certificate from the country of origin to ascertain that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to obtain an import permit for dogs and cats, click on the link.

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Clearance

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Dogs and cats import procedure through Isebania One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Import of dogs and cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an import per consignment, which must be accompanied by a veterinary health certificate from the country of origin to ascertain that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to clear your consignment of dogs and cats through Isebania OSBP, click on the link.

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Dogs and cats import procedure through Busia One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Import of dogs and cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an import per consignment, which must be accompanied by a veterinary health certificate from the country of origin to ascertain that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to clear your consignment of dogs and cats through Busia OSBP, click on the link.

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Dogs and cats import procedure through Malaba One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Import of dogs and cats is regulated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) who issue an import per consignment, which must be accompanied by a veterinary health certificate from the country of origin to ascertain that the animals are healthy and disease free. For more information on how to clear your consignment of dogs and cats through Malaba OSBP, click on the link.

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Value of consignment

Procedures for a first-time trader

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Import dogs and cats through the Port of Mombasa

This procedure sequentially compiles the licences, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner importing a consignment of dogs and cats, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time into Kenya, via the Port of Mombasa.

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Import dogs and cats through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)

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Import dogs and cats through Moi International Airport (MIA)

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Import dogs and cats through Isebania One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

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Import dogs and cats through Busia One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

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Import dogs and cats through Malaba One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

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Import dogs and cats through Lunga Lunga One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

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