Private Limited Company Registration

Incorporate a private limited company (Ltd) under the Companies Act, 2015, with the right share structure and articles from day one.

Private Limited Company Registration – Onchiri Z. & Co.

A private limited company is the most popular business vehicle in Kenya. It is a separate legal person, so shareholders' personal assets are protected from the company's debts, and it is the structure banks, investors and tender bodies usually expect.

Key requirements

  • At least one director who is a natural person (individual)
  • At least one shareholder; a private company may have up to 50 members
  • A registered office address in Kenya
  • Identification and KRA PIN details for directors and shareholders
  • Details of the company's beneficial owners

What we handle

  1. Name search and reservation on the BRS eCitizen portal
  2. Advice on share capital, share classes and shareholding between founders
  3. Choosing model articles or drafting tailored articles of association
  4. Preparing and filing Forms CR1, CR2 and CR8 and the beneficial ownership information
  5. Obtaining the Certificate of Incorporation and the company KRA PIN
  6. Issuing share certificates, opening statutory registers and passing first board resolutions

Protect the founders

We recommend a shareholders' agreement alongside registration, covering decision-making, share transfers, exits and deadlock. It is far easier to agree these terms at the start.

Ready to start? Contact us or call to book a consultation. We will confirm the documents you need and give you a clear fee estimate before any work begins. [Placeholder — add your turnaround time and fee range. Government fees are set by BRS and may change.]

See also: our complete guide to company registration in Kenya.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can one person own and run a private limited company in Kenya?

Yes. The Companies Act, 2015 allows a private company with a single shareholder who is also its sole director.

What is the minimum share capital?

The law does not set a general minimum for private companies, though some regulated sectors do. We advise on a sensible share capital for your plans.

Does the director have to be Kenyan?

No. Foreign nationals can be directors and shareholders, subject to any sector-specific ownership rules.