A Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) is a hybrid entity combining features of both a company and a traditional partnership. Partners have limited personal liability while the entity itself is a separate legal person. LLPs are registered with the Business Registration Service (BRS) under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2011.
Fees and Charges
| Item | Fee (KES) |
|---|---|
| LLP registration | 25,000 |
| Certificate of Incorporation issued | Included |
| Change of LLP name | 2,000 |
| Official search | Varies |
Processing time is typically 1 working day. All payments are made through the eCitizen platform.
Key Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum partners | 2 (at least one must be a Kenyan resident) |
| Designated partner | At least one designated partner must be appointed |
| LLP Agreement | Must be lodged with the Registrar |
| KRA PIN | Required for all partners |
| Registered office in Kenya | Mandatory |
An LLP is particularly suited to professional service firms such as law firms, accounting practices, and consultancies. Unlike a company, an LLP is not required to hold an annual general meeting or file audited accounts with the Registrar, though it must file annual returns confirming its continuing good standing. Partners’ liability is limited to their agreed contribution, except where a partner has acted fraudulently.
Regulated by the Business Registration Service (BRS) under the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2011, Laws of Kenya.