IOR Africa
IOR Africa

Importing to Kenya

IOR Africa: Your Importer of Record Experts in Kenya

Taxes: 16%

Duties: 16%

Lead Time: 1 Week

Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder

  • Counterfeit or fake money and currency
  • Any cosmetic product that contains mercury
  • Matches made with white phosphorous
  • Controlled narcotics
  • Pornographic
  • obscene materials
  • Used tires for commercial vehicles
  • A wide variety of hazardous materials
  • chemicals
Documents Required

Documents Requirements for Kenya Customs:

  • Commercial Invoice

  • Packing List

  • Air WayBill

  • Certificate Of Conformity

Common Challenges When Importing to Kenya

Kenya is emerging as a leading tech hub in Africa, attracting hyperscalers, startups, and global enterprises. While opportunities are expanding, importing IT and telecom equipment into Kenya comes with strict compliance requirements and logistical risks that businesses must carefully manage.

1

Complex and Changing Regulations

Kenya’s import laws evolve frequently, making it difficult for businesses to stay updated. Failure to adapt can result in penalties or clearance delays.

2

Regional Risks

Corruption, security concerns, and currency fluctuations create uncertainty for cross-border trade compliance. These risks often add to costs and timelines.

3

Difficult Shipping Conditions

Kenya’s diverse geography and harsh transport environments can complicate logistics, raising the need for experienced freight forwarding partners and last-mile solutions.

4

Restrictions on Dual-Use Goods

IT hardware or telecom products with both civilian and potential military applications require special permits and extensive documentation before clearance.

How to Overcome These Challenges

By working with IOR Africa, businesses can:

Provide secure, scalable solutions for hyperscalers and enterprises importing IT hardware.

Reduce risks through expert handling of permits and customs documentation.

Deliver efficient, door-to-door logistics that minimize delays and compliance risks.

Manage DDP imports end-to-end, covering duties, taxes, and specialized customs brokerage functions

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