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Preliminary Search Before applying for the registration of a trade mark, an applicant should conduct a search to find out whether the trademark is registrable or not and also whether there exists in the records a trademark which could be confused with the intended trade mark. An application for search and preliminary advice by the registrar should be made by the prospecting proprietor or his agent on...

1. Application Apply online by login to https://selfservice.kplc.co.ke, submit with the applicable documents . You will be provided with an Application Reference Number instantly. Attach the following documents when submitting your application for connection All Applicants Copy of National Identification (I.D) or Passport for Non-Kenyans/ Company Registration Certificates Copy of your PIN...

For a person to perform the duties of an Auctioneer, he must hold a valid Auctioneers Licence issued by the Kenya Auctioneers Licensing Board pursuant to the provisions of the Auctioneers Act No. 5 of 1996. The Licensing Board maintains a record of all Licensed Auctioneers in Kenya. Application for a licence (1) The Board shall issue two kinds of...

HOW TO LOG IN(if you are not registered already see(How to sign up)   Step 1: Open the NTSA TIMS portal using this link https://tims.ntsa.go.ke/ click on Sign In on the upper right corner to view the registration and login interface as show in the image below. Click on the Login Method to choose one whether to login using Username, ID No. or Certificate of Incorporation.   Step 2:...

National Land Information Management System (NLIMS), also known as ArdhiSasa,benefits is the quick access to digital land records. Land searches can now be conducted anywhere in the world on internet-enabled devices. This drastically reduces the time spent on manual land searches that used to be done in Ministry of Lands offices.   Here are the steps to take when conducting a land search...

If your child was born at home, the Chief is authorized to register births in his location and will issue the notification of birth after the Register of Birth (form A1) is duly filled by the applicant. In Nairobi all births are registered at the City Hall. You can also get birth registration services at the District Birth and Death Registries.   A child born in Kenya should be registered...

Treasury bills are a secure, short-term investment, offering you returns after a relatively short commitment of funds. Treasury bill rates in Kenya are attractive, providing an excellent investment opportunity that is readily available, as they are auctioned each week. Treasury bills are sold at a discount. This means that investors choose the amount that they will receive when the bill matures, or the...

If you are a Kenyan citizen and require a visa to visit Canada, you may need to attend a visa interview as part of the application process. Here is some information regarding the Canada visa interview in Kenya: Submit your visa application: Before attending the interview, you must complete and submit the necessary visa application forms, along with any required supporting documents, to the Canadian...

All prospective candidates willing to join KDF must meet the following conditions and academic qualifications : General Conditions Be a Kenyan citizen with no dual citizenship. Be in possession of a valid Kenyan ID. Additionally, four copies of the ID and PIN certificates will be required. Age - Between 18 and 26 years old for GSO cadets, general duty recruits and tradesmen/women with...

Becoming a lawyer in Kenya typically involves completing several educational and professional requirements. Here's an overview of the steps involved: Educational Qualifications: Obtain a minimum of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university in Kenya. The LLB program usually takes four years to complete. Ensure that the university you attend is approved by the Council of Legal...

The eTA is only valid for a single entry and must be redone for future journeys. It does not guarantee permission to travel, but it is a prerequisite for boarding, and it is a must to present a valid eTA during check-in and boarding. The eTA is a semi-automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors to travel to Kenya. Visitors are advised to apply at least three months before travelling and...

Stamp duty is payable on sale of property, property leases and mortgages. Read this guide to understand how to calculate and pay to avoid penalties. The Lands Act and Registered Lands Act state that legal instruments such as leases, transfers, charges and mortgages will not be accepted unless they are duly stamped.  During the process of buying and selling of real estate properties, one step...

What do you do if you cannot remember your NHIF number?    METHOD 1   Make a telephone call to NHIF customer care using one of the contact numbers 0800 720 601, (020) 2723255/56, (020) 2714793/94, (020) 2722527 and you’ll be sorted. The numbers are toll free.   METHOD 2   Send yout national ID number via sms using the following format ID **** to 21101. where...

Kenya Power has issued a directive to customers enrolled in its prepaid power plan, urging them to update their meters, commonly referred to as token meters, by August in order to maintain access to electricity. This update is part of a comprehensive global initiative to enhance the security of generated tokens for all prepaid meters utilizing the Standard Transfer Specification (STS). Joseph Siror,...

Are you self-employed and have not contributed for more than 12 months? You can reactivate your NHIF card by paying at least KES 1,500 to resume usage of your card . You can pay via M-PESA (paybill no 200222) or at EQUITY, NATIONAL BANK, KCB, or CO-OPERATIVE BANK You will then wait for 2 months (60 days) to start enjoying regular services.  Note that you need to continue with the regular...

1. Duly fill a C24 application form which can either be downloaded from the e-Citizen portal at  dci.ecitizen.go.ke, at the Huduma Centres or at the DCI offices located at Mazingira House, Kiambu Road. 2. Make online processing fee payment of Ksh1050 for the Police Clearance Certificate through the mobile money platforms. 3. Present the Original ID and its photocopy (or Birth Certificate for...

i. One is to visit the Survey of Kenya offices in the ministry of land departments to obtain a survey plan. A survey plan from Survey of Kenya is a required document when applying for a building permit. ii. You should then proceed to request for Folio Registry number search: You are required to provide proof of land ownership when requesting for the survey plan. One is shown the survey plan to...

To get ready for application of the permit, you must  Register your business/ Register your Company.  Costs involved:  Application fee Ksh 200  Permit fee: will be around Ksh 15,000 per year for a small shop Documents required:  Copy of certificate of Incorporation / Business Registration Certificate Copy of company KRA Pin certificate  The physical address, land zone,...

Account Creation   Create an account on eCitizen, using your ID card number. Upon creation of an account, submit a working email. The email or ID will be used to log in together with a password. The email will also be used to reset a password. Your must also provide a registered phone number.  After signing in, one can apply for a Birth Certificate under the Civil Registration...

You can check your your NHIF account status on your mobile phone using these steps: Open your phone messaging application and compose a new SMS message Type the letters “ID”, space, then your National ID number (or passport number if applicable) for example ID 12345678 Send the message to 21101 SMS charge service is Ksh 10 above normal rates. Once you do that, you will receive and SMS...