Service

Business Formation

Start right, scale fast.

Overview

Start right, scale fast

Starting a business in Kenya? We'll help you pick the right entity structure, handle all the registration paperwork, and set up your financial foundation correctly from day one. The entity you choose today affects your taxes, personal liability, and ability to raise capital for years to come. Get it right from the start.

The entity structure decision is one of the most consequential choices a business owner makes — and it's often made with little guidance. A Sole Proprietorship might feel simple, but it leaves your personal assets exposed. A Private Limited Company (Ltd) adds credibility with lenders and protects your personal assets, but comes with more compliance obligations. A Partnership works well for professional services, but a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) gives you the best of both worlds. We analyze your specific situation — your industry, revenue projections, ownership structure, tax situation, and growth plans — and recommend the optimal structure. Then we handle everything to get you legally registered and financially set up.

What We Do

Every capability included

Every capability included in this service:

Entity structure analysis & recommendation (Sole Prop, Partnership, LLP, Ltd, PLC)
Business name search & reservation via eCitizen
Company registration with the Registrar of Companies (eCitizen)
Memorandum & Articles of Association preparation
KRA PIN registration via iTax
VAT & Turnover Tax registration guidance
NSSF & NHIF employer registration
County single business permit application
Sector-specific licences & permits (NCA, KEPHIS, NEMA, etc.)
Shareholders' agreement drafting & review
Initial board & shareholder meeting minutes
Share issuance documentation & CR12 confirmation
Registered office address arrangement
Founders' agreement review & coordination with legal counsel
How It Works

Our proven process

Our proven process from start to finish:

1

Discovery & Analysis

We learn about your business concept, ownership structure, revenue model, and growth plans. We run tax projections for each entity type so you can see the actual KES impact of each option.

2

Registration & Filing

Once you decide on a structure, we conduct the name search, prepare and file all registration documents on eCitizen, obtain your KRA PIN, and handle county and sector-specific licence applications. Most registrations are complete within 5–10 business days.

3

Financial Setup

We set up your accounting software, build a custom chart of accounts, configure KRA tax settings including eTIMS, and establish your bookkeeping workflow. You're ready to record transactions from day one.

4

Launch Support

We provide your first month of bookkeeping free, conduct an initial tax planning session, and make sure you have everything you need to start your business with confidence.

What's Included

Everything you get, one flat fee

Detailed entity comparison analysis (tax, liability, compliance burden)
All Companies Registry registration fees covered in our flat fee
KRA PIN & eTIMS registration included
NSSF & NHIF employer registration included
Accounting software setup (QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage)
Chart of accounts customized to your business
Tax structure guidance with projected savings analysis
First-month bookkeeping included at no charge
30-minute tax planning consultation after formation
Entity Comparison

At a glance

Not sure which structure is right for you? Here's a quick comparison:

Feature
Sole Prop
Partnership
Ltd Company
Personal liability protection
Separate legal entity
Corporate tax rate (30%) vs personal rates
Investor & lender friendly
Simple to set up & maintain
Credibility with suppliers & clients
Multiple owners allowed

This is a simplified comparison. We'll provide a detailed analysis tailored to your specific situation during your free consultation.

Starting a business? Let's get it right.

First-time entrepreneurs in Kenya who want to make an informed entity decision. The entity decision you make today will affect your taxes and growth for years. Let us help you choose wisely.

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