The Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) is a State Corporation mandated to establish, implement & manage the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and to facilitate trade. The TFP is an online platform that serves as a single entry point for parties involved in international trade & transport logistics to lodge documents electronically, for processing, approvals and to make payments electronically for fees, levies, duties & taxes due to the Government, on imported or exported goods. Training is mandatory for new users of the system prior to registration on the system; this includes new staff from organizations already registered on the TFP. For more information on how to register on the TFP, 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.
The 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.
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.
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.
The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
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. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
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. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
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. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
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.
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. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
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.For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has the mandate to issue the (ordinary/non-preferential) Certificate of Origin (COO) to all exporters of goods originating from Kenya. 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.
According to the fourth (4th) schedule of the East African Customs Management Act (EACMA), and in accordance with the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) Agreement on Customs Valuation (ACV), valuation of cargo is undertaken by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Exporters are required to acquire the services of a licensed customs clearing agent, who is responsible for the transmission of declarations (C17B) electronically to Customs, with information obtained from the exporters through documents such as: commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin & permits relevant to the consignment. Prior to release, the export officer verifies and/or supervises stuffing of the export cargo/consignment before the goods proceed to the border of exit. A certificate of export is issued after export has been confirmed. For more information on how to export a consignment of cattle through the Taveta-Holili 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.
This procedure sequentially compiles the licences, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cattle of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Kenya, via Taveta-Holili OSBP.
This procedure sequentially compiles the licences, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cattle, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Kenya, via Isebania to Tanzania.
The Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) is a State Corporation mandated to establish, implement & manage the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and to facilitate trade. The TFP is an online platform that serves as a single entry point for parties involved in international trade & transport logistics to lodge documents electronically, for processing, approvals and to make payments electronically for fees, levies, duties & taxes due to the Government, on imported or exported goods. Training is mandatory for new users of the system prior to registration on the system; this includes new staff from organizations already registered on the TFP. For more information on how to register on the TFP, click the link.
The Import Declaration Form (IDF) is a declaration of the customs value of a consignment, and is issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA), Customs Services Department. Importers are required to complete an IDF and sign it to show that they have declared the true & accurate value of the imported goods before they leave the country of origin. IDFs that remain unutilized after three (3) months from the date of issuance will automatically attract the appropriate sanctions. For more information on how to obtain an IDF, click the link.
Import of cattle 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 & disease free. For more information on how to obtain an import permit for cattle for either slaughter or breeding, select from the options below.
The import permit is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. The permit is valid for a period of ninety (90) days. For more information on how to obtain an import permit for breeding cattle, click the link.
The import permit is processed through the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP), and is issued per consignment. The permit is valid for a period of ninety (90) days. For more information on how to obtain an import permit for breeding cattle, click the link.
A Certificate of Conformity (CoC) is a certified document issued by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), which assures that commodities have met the required standards & specifications. When a consignment arrives in Kenya without a CoC, indicating that the consignment was inspected at the country of origin, an importer is required to obtain a local CoC. The certificate is only issued after successful inspection & verification of the consignment is carried out by KEBS. For more information on how to obtain a local CoC, click the link.
In accordance with the provisions of the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), goods for importation shall be entered (declared) within twenty-one (21) days after the commencement of discharge or in the case of vehicles, on arrival. Importers are required to acquire the services of a licensed customs clearing agent, who is mandated to process the importation documents in the Customs system and assist in clearing goods on the importer’s behalf. For more information on how to import a consignment of cattle valued above USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
In accordance with the provisions of the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), goods for importation shall be entered (declared) within twenty-one (21) days after the commencement of discharge or in the case of vehicles, on arrival. Importers are required to acquire the services of a licensed customs clearing agent, who is mandated to process the importation documents in the Customs system and assist in clearing goods on the importer’s behalf. For more information on how to import a consignment of cattle valued below USD 2,000 through the Lunga Lunga OSBP, click the link.
In accordance with the provisions of the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), goods for importation shall be entered (declared) within twenty-one (21) days after the commencement of discharge or in the case of vehicles, on arrival. Importers are required to acquire the services of a licensed customs clearing agent, who is mandated to process the importation documents in the Customs system and assist in clearing goods on the importer’s behalf. For more information on how to import a consignment of cattle through the Isebania OSBP, click the link.
In accordance with the provisions of the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), goods for importation shall be entered (declared) within twenty-one (21) days after the commencement of discharge or in the case of vehicles, on arrival. Importers are required to acquire the services of a licensed customs clearing agent, who is mandated to process the importation documents in the Customs system and assist in clearing goods on the importer’s behalf. For more information on how to import a consignment of cattle through the Malaba OSBP, click the link.
In accordance with the provisions of the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), goods for importation shall be entered (declared) within twenty-one (21) days after the commencement of discharge or in the case of vehicles, on arrival. Importers are required to acquire the services of a licensed customs clearing agent, who is mandated to process the importation documents in the Customs system and assist in clearing goods on the importer’s behalf. For more information on how to import a consignment of cattle through the Busia OSBP, click the link.