Alcoholic Drinks Licence (Liquor Licence) Fees & Charges

Kenya's alcohol licensing regime is governed by the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act, 2010, administered at the county level through the County Alcoholic Drinks Control Boards. Any business selling, distributing, or manufacturing alcoholic beverages must hold a valid liquor licence. Licences are categorised by the type of alcohol sold and the nature of the business. Issuing Authority: County Alcoholic Drinks Control Board

Licence Category	Annual Fee (KES)
Off-licence (packaged alcohol retail)	10,000 – 30,000
On-licence (consumption on premises)	15,000 – 50,000
Wine and spirits shop	20,000 – 60,000
Beer depot / wholesale distributor	30,000 – 100,000
Hotel with bar facilities	40,000 – 120,000
Brewery / distillery licence	100,000 – 500,000
Temporary event licence (per event)	5,000 – 20,000
Late renewal penalty	20% of licence fee

Applications must be submitted at least 30 days before the licence commencement date. Boards consider proximity to schools, religious institutions, and residential areas when evaluating applications. Licences can be suspended or revoked for violations of the Act.

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