Importation and exportation in Kenya is not straight forward as one may think. There are numerous procedures to follow and an error in any one procedure may lead to penalties and excessive costs. Ruleex Forwarders can help you make the process smooth and cost-effective.

In order to import any commodity into Kenya, you as an importer will have to procure the services of a clearing agent.The clearing agent will process all the paperwork on your behalf through the SIMBA Online Platform by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

Ordinarily it takes 2 to 3 days for a customs entry to pass at the airport. For the last 10 days very few entries have been passing and there hasn't been any official communication from KRA

If the Kifwa proposal is approved, clearing a 40 foot container will cost between Sh12,500 and Sh25,000.

Currently, it costs between Sh80,000 and Sh100,000 to transport a 20ft container using trucks between Mombasa and Nairobi. The SGR is set to put truck operators under pressure and open up a price war.

The following documents are required for importation clearance: Letter of authority Bill of lading Commercial invoice Packing list Certificate of Conformity (if required) Insurance (optional) Import Declaration Form Fumigation certificate (if required) Health certificate (for food items)