Business Name Search in Kenya

Are you planning to start your in the future or simply have business idea that you would like to start? It is recommended you protect your business name by reserving it so that you can conduct a business name .

Before starting your business, it is essential to reserve your company (business) name.

So where do you start! Well, here is a step-by-step guide on begin the process of reserving your business name;

Step 1: Writing A Business Name Search Request

The Company Registry under Attorney General requires all applicant to request for the name in a professional manner. Gone are the days where you would simply write the names on piece of paper. So what do i have to do next?

Step 2: Deliver Letter to Company Registry

As soon as you finish with the letter request, you will be required to take it to the Company Registry, near Sheria House, Harambee Avenue.

Step 3: Pay for your Business Name Search

You will be required to make payment for the application.

Step 4: Processing of Business Name Search

Currently, It usually takes one(1) day for the business name search to be processed. However the entire Business name registration will take about 4 days

Step 5: Extending Your Business Name Reservation

Once you pick up your business name search, you will be required to sign the blue form that will be attached on your application in order to activate the reservation of the business name for the next 30 Days.

Remember, if you feel like the 30 Days is not enough for you to register your business name. You can request for an extension for your business name for longer period at the Company Registry in order to allow you more time to register or complete your Business name registration or company registration in Kenya as the case may be.

Business Name search in Kenya is as easy as illustrated above. Acquire your business today courtesy of Briantony International Consultants

 

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  1. Mutethia Makathimosays:

    I need to start a using the name fairdeal eg.fairdeal properties,construction,investments etc.

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