Types of Companies you can Register in Kenya

 

7 Types of Companies You Can Register In Kenya



To start any business in Kenya, you need to register your company with the Kenya registrar of companies. Registration with Kenya Revenue Authority PIN number is also needed for tax returns. There are several types of business entities that you can register to do business in Kenya.

Types of businesses / Companies you can register in Kenya:
  • Business name/Sole Proprietorship
  • Partnership
  • Private limited Company
  • Company Limited by Guarantee
  • Public Limited Company Limited
  • Foreign Company – Local Office
  • Unlimited Company
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