What is the Business Registration Service (BRS)?
Kenya’s registry of companies and business names.
Definition
The Business Registration Service maintains Kenya’s register of companies, business names and directors. A BRS lookup confirms a business is registered and surfaces its core details.
In plain English
In plain English: the BRS is Kenya’s registry of companies and business names. A BRS check confirms a business is officially registered and surfaces details like its registration number and directors — the first step in verifying a company (KYB).
Why it matters
Checking BRS data is the first step in KYB — it confirms a company exists, is active, and is run by who it claims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does BRS stand for?
BRS stands for the Business Registration Service — Kenya’s registry of companies and business names.
What is a BRS search?
A BRS search looks up a company or business name to confirm it is registered and to view its official details and directors.
Why check a business on the BRS?
Checking the BRS confirms a company actually exists and is run by who it claims, protecting you from shell companies before you transact.
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