Pig Producer Licence Fees / Charges, Kenya

Any person or entity that intends to keep or own pigs commercially in Kenya is required to obtain a Pig Producer Licence. The licence is issued by the County Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) and must be renewed annually. It is designed to ensure that pig producers comply with animal health, biosecurity, and welfare standards, and to facilitate disease surveillance and control — particularly for African Swine Fever, which poses a significant risk to Kenya's pig population.

Pig Producer Licence Fees

Fee Component	Amount (KES)
Annual Licence Fee	As prescribed by County DVS
Application Fee	County-dependent
Annual Renewal	Before 31 December

Typical Additional Costs for Pig Producers

Item	Estimated Cost (KES)
Annual Vaccination (per pig, DVS schedule)	Varies
County Single Business Permit	5,000–20,000
DVS Inspection and Advisory Visits	Included in licence or billed separately
Piggery Construction Approvals (for new premises)	County-dependent

The licence is issued per farm and covers all pigs kept at the registered premises. Pig producers must notify the DVS of any unusual disease outbreaks and comply with movement restrictions when directed. Contact the county DVS office in your area for the specific fee schedule applicable to your county. Contact: Directorate of Veterinary Services, Private Bag 00625, Kangemi, Nairobi | Tel: +254 20 2718870

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