What is a CR12 Certificate?
A CR12 is a Certificate of Good Standing that is issued by the Registrar of Companies in Kenya. It provides information on the current status of a company, including its name, registration number, date of incorporation, registered office, and directors.
Requirements for a CR12 Certificate Application in Kenya
- Company Letterhead: You will need to write a request to the Company Registry to request for the CR 12 Kenya company checkup. The letter must contain your company logo, address and it needs to be signed.
- Certificate of Incorporation: A copy of the company’s Certificate of Incorporation is required.
- Memorandum and Articles of Association: A copy of the company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association is required.
- Latest Annual Returns (if any): If the company has filed annual returns, a copy of the latest annual returns is required.
- Company email address: The company’s email address is required.
- Company telephone number: The company’s telephone number is required.
- Company postal address: The company’s postal address is required.
How to Apply for a CR12 Certificate
- Go to the eCitizen website and create an account.
- Log in to your account and go to the “Business Registration Service” section.
- Click on “Make Application” and select “Official Search (CR 12)” from the list of options.
- Enter the company name or registration number and click on “Search”.
- Select the company you want to get a CR12 for and click on “Next”.
- Enter your postal address, postal code, email address, and mobile number.
- Tick the box to confirm that you have provided the required information and click on “Finish”.
- Pay the application fee of KES 650 using Mpesa or a credit card.
- You will receive an email with a link to download your CR12.
Cost for applying for a CR12 Certificate in Kenya
The cost for applying for a CR12 is KES 650. This fee is payable through Mpesa or a credit card on your ecitizen account. And an additional cyber fee of only KES 200 at nikonet.
Frequently asked questions.
How long does it take to get a CR12 certificate?
It usually takes 2-3 business days to process a CR12 certificate application.
How long is a CR12 certificate is valid for?
A CR12 certificate is valid for 30 days.
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