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What is a CR12 and how do you get one?

The company document banks and tenders keep asking for, explained simply.

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What is a CR12 and how do you get one? — Business guide by Cyber Kenya

A CR12 is an official record from the Business Registration Service showing a limited company's directors and shareholders.

Who needs it

  • Banks opening company accounts
  • Tender applications
  • Partners checking who owns a company

How to apply

  1. 1Log in to eCitizen and open the Business Registration Service.
  2. 2Select your company and request the CR12.
  3. 3Pay the official fee.
  4. 4Download it once it's issued.