How much does it cost to register a Business Name in Kenya?

The official eCitizen BRS government fee for Business Name registration (Form BN2) is KES 950.

How long does Business Name registration take?

Business Name reservation and BN2 certificate approval typically takes 24 to 48 hours on eCitizen.

Can Boratech Cyber assist with business registration in Eldoret?

Yes! Boratech Cyber Eldoret handles name searches, BN1 form filling, fee payment, BN2 download, and KRA PIN registration for new businesses.

Kenya eCitizen BRS Guide • By Boratech Cyber

How to Apply for a Business Name in Kenya (2026)

From sole proprietorships to partnerships, register your trade name on eCitizen Business Registration Service (BRS) with Boratech Cyber's step-by-step walkthrough.

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Business Name Application on eCitizen BRS Portal

BRS eCitizen Portal Workflow

Step-by-Step Business Name Application

Follow these exact stages on the Business Registration Service (BRS) portal or visit Boratech Cyber for fast-track filing.

Name Search & Reservation

Checking name availability on the eCitizen BRS portal.

Log into your eCitizen account and open the Business Registration Service (BRS) app. Click "Make Application" and select "Name Search / Reservation".

3 Name Proposals

Provide up to 3 proposed business names in order of preference.

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Approval Timeline

Name reservation approval takes 1–2 business days on eCitizen.

BN1 Form & Mapping

Filling proprietor details and business location.

Once your name is approved and reserved, click "Complete Registration" to fill in the online BN1 Form details:

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Physical Address

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Proprietor Info

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Nature of Business

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Official Business Name Fee Breakdown

BN1 Business Name Registration FeeKSh 850/-

eCitizen Gateway Convenience FeeKSh 100/-

Total Government FeeKSh 950/-

Payments are made securely via M-Pesa, debit/credit card, or bank transfer through the official eCitizen gateway.

Official Boratech Cyber Storefront in Eldoret

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Opposite Eldoret Hospital, Along Makasembo Rd, Eldoret, Kenya

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