Any person wishing to practise architecture professionally in Kenya must be registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS), established under the Architects and Quantity Surveyors Act, Cap. 525 of the Laws of Kenya. Registration follows a multi-stage process: Graduate Member registration on completing an accredited degree, practical experience under a registered architect (typically two years), and then the Professional Practice Examination (PPE). Once registered, practitioners must obtain an annual practising certificate from BORAQS and meet Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.
Architectural Professional Registration Fee Summary Table
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Member registration | Confirm with BORAQS | On completion of accredited degree |
| Professional examination fee | Confirm with BORAQS | Payable on entry to PPE |
| Annual practising certificate | Confirm with BORAQS | Renewed each year; CPD required |
| Professional indemnity insurance | Required | Registered persons cannot practise without it |
BORAQS fee schedules are updated periodically. Confirm current amounts directly with BORAQS before applying.
Key Requirements
Registered architects must hold an accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree, complete the required period of supervised practical experience, pass the Professional Practice Examination, and annually renew their practising certificate with evidence of CPD compliance. Failure to renew suspends practice rights until the licence is restored.
Contact
Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS)
P.O. Box 40866-00100, Nairobi
Email: info@boraqs.or.ke | Website: boraqs.or.ke
