An Investment Certificate is issued by the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest), established under the Investment Promotion Act, No. 6 of 2004. It serves as the official recognition of an investor’s registration with the government and unlocks a package of facilitation services including work permit support, NEMA information, KRA PIN facilitation, and initial issuance of sector-specific licences required for the investment’s operations.
The minimum investment thresholds are USD 100,000 for foreign investors and KES 1,000,000 for local investors.
Investment Certificate Fee Summary Table
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Investment certificate application fee | No specific gazette fee — services are facilitation-based | KenInvest does not charge a direct certificate fee; costs arise from sector licences |
| Minimum investment (foreign investor) | USD 100,000 | Must be evidenced at application |
| Minimum investment (local investor) | KES 1,000,000 | Must be evidenced at application |
| Automatic work permits (via certificate) | Up to 3 Class D + 3 Class C/F/G permits | For management/technical staff and owners; valid up to 2 years |
Investment certificate processing is free of a gazette fee at KenInvest itself; however, the investor incurs applicable sector licence fees for each licence included in and facilitated by the certificate.
Key Requirements
Applicants submit a completed KenInvest application form, Certificate of Incorporation, Memorandum and Articles of Association, KRA PIN certificate, proof of investment funds (bank statements, investment appraisal), a project description covering employment creation, technology transfer, skills development, and foreign exchange generation. KenInvest assesses the investment’s benefit to Kenya across these criteria before issuing the certificate.
Contact
Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest)
Old Mutual Tower, 15th Floor, Upper Hill Road, Nairobi
Tel: +254 730 104 210 / +254 730 104 200
Email: info@investkenya.go.ke | Website: investkenya.go.ke
