KE flagKenya Company Formation

    Formation from:€1,380.00
    Annual renewal: €460.00 /yr

    Kenya — company formation with corporate tax of 30%, VAT/sales tax of 16%, minimum share capital of KES 100,000 and a typical timeline of 4–6 weeks. Region: Africa. KGN handles registration, registered office, tax registration and banking introductions remotely.

    30%
    4–6 weeks
    Compliance handled

    Why register a company in Kenya

    Corporate tax: 30%

    Typical incorporation time: 4–6 weeks

    Minimum share capital: KES 100,000

    Gateway to Africa markets and trade agreements

    Key facts & requirements

    Corporate tax

    30%

    VAT / sales tax

    16%

    Minimum capital

    KES 100,000

    Time to incorporate

    4–6 weeks

    Guide price

    €1,380

    Region

    Africa

    Quick answer

    Setting up a company in Kenya (Africa) with KGN typically completes in 4–6 weeks and starts around €1,380. Headline corporate tax: 30%. VAT / sales tax: 16%. Minimum share capital: KES 100,000. We handle incorporation, banking introductions, tax registration and ongoing compliance in seven languages.

    Frequently asked questions about Kenya company formation

    How long does it take to incorporate a company in Kenya?
    Most Kenya incorporations complete in 4–6 weeks. KGN runs documentation, government filings and bank introductions in parallel to shorten the timeline.
    What does it cost to set up a Kenya company?
    The average engagement for a Kenya formation is €1,380. This typically covers incorporation, registered address, statutory filings and the first year of compliance support.
    What is the corporate tax rate in Kenya?
    The headline corporate tax rate in Kenya is 30%. Effective tax can be lower with double-tax treaties and local incentives — we map this during scoping.
    Do I need to visit Kenya to incorporate?
    In most cases no. KGN incorporates Kenya companies remotely using notarised, apostilled documents and online identity verification.
    Can KGN open a corporate bank account in Kenya?
    Yes. We introduce you to local and international banks active in Kenya, prepare the KYC pack and attend bank meetings on your behalf where permitted.

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    Average engagement cost
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    Base Formation Fee-€442.00
    Virtual Office (Annual)€442.00
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