A Tannery or Banda Registration Certificate is required by any person or entity operating a facility for the processing of hides and skins in Kenya. A tannery or banda is a premises where raw hides and skins are processed into leather or semi-processed leather goods. The certificate is issued by the county Directorate of Veterinary Services after a multi-step approval process.
Before registration, the applicant must obtain county site approval, architectural plan approval, public health clearance, and an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) licence from NEMA, given the significant effluent and chemical hazards associated with tanning operations.
Tannery / Banda Registration Certificate Costs
| Fee Component | Amount (KES) |
|---|---|
| Registration Certificate Fee | County DVS prescribed rate |
| NEMA EIA Licence | Project-dependent |
| County Site Approval | County-dependent |
| Architectural Plan Approval | County-dependent |
| Public Health Clearance | County health department |
| Annual Renewal | County DVS rate |
Key Registration Steps
- Identify and obtain county government approval for the proposed site.
- Commission and submit architectural plans for approval.
- Obtain public health clearance and an EIA licence from NEMA.
- Apply to the county DVS for registration and undergo premises inspection.
- On compliance, receive the Tannery / Banda Registration Certificate.
Operators must comply with environmental discharge standards for tannery effluent as set by NEMA and WRMA (Water Resources Management Authority). Contact the county DVS for the applicable fee schedule.
Contact: Directorate of Veterinary Services, Kangemi, Nairobi | Tel: +254 20 2718870 | NEMA: nema.go.ke
