Obtain LPG retail licence
Register with ERC portal
Requirements
Time frame
Attention at counter: Min. 5mn – Max. 10mn
Apply for LPG retail licence
Requirements
2. List of shareholders and directors- CR 12 (copy)
It should not be older than one year.
3. Tax compliance certificate (copy)
It must be valid.
4. Class G work permit (copy)
For foreign directors
5. Business permit (copy)
From the county government
6. Distributorship agreement (copy)
From LPG cylinder brand owner or licensed wholesaler
7. Weighing scale calibration certificate (copy)
From weights and measures department
8. Identity card (copy)
For all directorsorPassport (copy)
For foreign directors
9. Fire clearance certificate (copy)
From the respective County Government
10. Certificate of registration of workplace (copy)
Time frame
Waiting time until next step: Min. 1 day – Max. 30 days
Legal justification
1.Energy Act
Sections 10, 11 2.Legal Notice 121 of 2009 -Energy Act (LPG) Regulations
Section 12 3.Petroleum Act 2019
Sections 73, 74
Obtain notice to collect licence
Additional information
The licence is usually collected by the director. In case the director is unable to pick, he/she is required to notify ERC through an email on the representative who will collect the licence. The notification should contain the identity card number and the name of the representative.
Time frame
Attention at counter: Min. 5mn – Max. 10mn
Obtain LPG retail licence
Time frame
Attention at counter: Min. 5mn – Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.Energy Act
Sections 10, 11 2.Petroleum Act 2019
Sections 73, 74
Contact details
Entity in charge
EPRA PORTAL
Tel: 0722200947 / 0734414333
Email: info@erc.go.ke