Any person intending to export fresh produce — including vegetables, fruits, flowers, and other horticultural products — from Kenya must be registered as an exporter with KEPHIS. The Fresh Produce Export Registration is required under the Plant Protection Act (Cap 324) and is a prerequisite for obtaining phytosanitary certificates. The Horticultural Crops Authority (HCA) under the Ministry of Agriculture also plays a regulatory role in the export of horticultural products, with registration requirements for exporters, packing facilities, and marketing agents.
Fresh Produce Exporter Registration and Certificate Fees
| Fee Component | Amount (KES) |
|---|---|
| KEPHIS Exporter Registration | Contact KEPHIS for current fee |
| Phytosanitary Certificate (per consignment) | 500 |
| Produce Inspection Fee (per kg exported) | 0.50 (minimum 100) |
| Container Inspection — 20-ft | 500 |
| Container Inspection — 40-ft | 1,000 |
| Aircraft Inspection (large aircraft) | 3,000 |
| HCA Exporter Licence (annual) | Varies by category |
Key Registration Requirements
Exporters must comply with the food safety and quality standards of the destination markets (particularly the EU, UK, and Middle East for Kenyan produce), maintain packing facility standards approved by KEPHIS, ensure all consignments pass inspection at the point of export, and submit required documentation including the phytosanitary certificate, packing lists, and commercial invoices.
Contact: KEPHIS — kephis.go.ke | Horticultural Crops Authority — hca.go.ke | Ministry of Agriculture, Cathedral Road, Nairobi
