A Butchery Licence is a specialised permit required for all businesses engaged in the slaughter, processing, and retail sale of meat. It is issued jointly by the county government and, where applicable, the Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) or the Kenya Veterinary Board. Butcheries are subject to rigorous inspection of hygiene standards, refrigeration facilities, and meat sourcing documentation.
Issuing Authority: County Veterinary / Public Health Department
| Butchery Category | Annual Licence Fee (KES) |
|---|---|
| Small retail butchery | 5,000 – 15,000 |
| Medium butchery with cold storage | 15,000 – 35,000 |
| Large butchery / meat wholesale | 35,000 – 80,000 |
| Slaughterhouse / abattoir (county-level) | 50,000 – 200,000 |
| Poultry processing unit | 10,000 – 30,000 |
| Fish mongering premises | 5,000 – 15,000 |
| Meat transport vehicle permit | 3,000 – 8,000 |
| Veterinary inspection fee (per carcass) | 50 – 200 |
All meat sold must be sourced from licensed abattoirs and accompanied by valid movement permits. Butcheries that fail health inspections risk immediate closure and prosecution under the Public Health Act.
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