Business Setup, Compliance & Market Entry
Helping businesses establish, operate and grow successfully in Kenya
Kenya is one of Africa's most attractive investment destinations, and one of its more demanding regulatory environments. Establishing and operating here means navigating company law, tax registrations, licensing and continuous statutory compliance, where missteps cause costly delays. We take businesses from formation to full operation: structure advice, incorporation, KRA and statutory registrations, licensing, accounting and payroll setup, and ongoing compliance, for local entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, multinationals and foreign investors alike.
General business advisory is part of this practice too: strategic planning, financial insight and operational improvement for businesses already up and running, not just those getting started.
- Registered KRA Tax Agent
- Ushuru Mashinani Service Partner
- End-to-end: incorporation to ongoing compliance
What we can help you with
Five practice areas, one engagement, from first registration to ongoing compliance.
Business Formation & Registration
- Company incorporation and registration
- Branch office registration
- Representative office registration
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) registration
- Business name registration
- Partnership registration
- Shareholding and ownership structure advisory
- Corporate restructuring advisory
Tax Registration & Compliance
- KRA PIN registration
- Corporate income tax registration
- VAT registration
- PAYE registration
- Excise duty registration (where applicable)
- Digital service tax advisory (where applicable)
- Tax compliance planning
- Ongoing tax advisory and compliance support
Regulatory Compliance & Corporate Support
- Business permits and licenses
- Sector-specific regulatory approvals
- Beneficial ownership compliance
- Annual statutory compliance reviews
- Regulatory filings and returns
- Corporate governance advisory
- Compliance monitoring and reporting
Finance & Operational Setup
- Accounting system implementation
- Payroll setup and administration
- Financial reporting framework development
- Internal controls and finance policies
- Banking and finance process advisory
- Virtual Tax & Finance Office implementation
Investor & Market Entry Advisory
- Investment structure advisory
- Market entry strategy
- Tax-efficient business structuring
- Regulatory due diligence
- Local business advisory
- Ongoing investor support services
What your business gains
Establish efficiently and compliantly, with the right legal, operational and tax structure from day one.
Cut delays on registrations, licensing and statutory approvals.
Minimize tax and regulatory risk from the outset, on a compliance framework built to last.
Implement accounting, payroll and financial systems that support long-term growth.
Keep one trusted local partner for tax, accounting and compliance, and stay focused on the business.
How we work
- 01
Consultation and market entry assessment
We start with your objectives, investment plans and operational requirements, then recommend the right business structure, compliance framework and market entry strategy.
- 02
Establishment and compliance implementation
We manage the complete process: incorporation, KRA and statutory registrations, licenses, accounting systems, payroll setup and compliance frameworks, so your business is correct and compliant from day one.
- 03
Ongoing advisory and compliance management
After establishment we provide continuous tax advisory, accounting, payroll, compliance monitoring and statutory filings, including as your outsourced finance department through the Virtual Tax & Finance Office.
Frequently asked questions
Can Altic Consult assist both Kenyan entrepreneurs and foreign investors?
Yes. We work with startups, SMEs, multinational corporations, foreign investors, family businesses, professional firms and development organizations establishing or expanding operations in Kenya. Services are tailored to each client and industry.
Do you only assist with company registration?
No. Registration is only one part. We provide end-to-end business setup: tax registrations, regulatory compliance, accounting system implementation, payroll setup, financial management and ongoing advisory throughout the life of your business.
Can you help us remain compliant after the business is established?
Absolutely. We provide continuous compliance support: tax filings, payroll obligations, statutory registrations, regulatory reporting, accounting services and ongoing business advisory. Our objective is to be your long-term compliance and advisory partner.
Why should foreign investors engage a local advisory firm?
Understanding Kenya's legal, tax and regulatory environment is essential for successful market entry. A local advisor helps you establish the correct structure, comply with requirements, manage tax obligations and avoid costly mistakes, with ongoing local support.
Can Altic Consult serve as our outsourced finance and compliance department?
Yes. Through our Virtual Tax & Finance Office we provide outsourced CFO services, finance management, accounting, payroll, tax advisory and regulatory compliance as one integrated solution.
Start your business journey in Kenya with confidence
Whether you are launching a startup, expanding an existing business or investing in Kenya for the first time, you get experienced advisors at every step.