KRA Customs Warehousing License Application Form

If you're operating an import/export business or freight forwarding company in Kenya, securing a KRA customs warehousing license is essential for storing goods under customs control. This comprehensive application template streamlines the entire licensing process, helping you submit accurate warehouse specifications, security protocols, and bond calculations to the Kenya Revenue Authority.

Built for Kenyan logistics and customs compliance

This form is designed specifically for freight forwarders, logistics companies, importers, exporters, and warehouse operators who need to apply for or renew their customs warehousing license under KRA regulations. Instead of juggling multiple PDFs and manual calculations, this Paperform template guides applicants through every requirement—from business registration details and KRA PIN verification to detailed warehouse floor plans and security infrastructure.

The form includes automated bond calculation based on your warehouse capacity and goods classification, ensuring you submit the correct financial guarantee amount. Conditional logic adapts questions based on warehouse type (private, public, or special), so applicants only see relevant sections, reducing confusion and speeding up completion.

Payments and document management made simple

With built-in payment processing via Paperform's Stripe or PayPal integrations, you can collect application fees directly within the form. Applicants can upload all required supporting documents—business permits, warehouse plans, insurance certificates, and security system specifications—in one organized submission, eliminating back-and-forth emails and lost paperwork.

Need signatures from directors or warehouse managers? Connect Papersign to automatically generate compliance declarations and send them for secure eSignature, creating a complete audit trail for KRA review.

Automate your workflow with Stepper

Once submitted, use Stepper to automate your internal review process. Route applications to different team members for technical review, schedule site inspections, update your CRM or project management tools, and send automated status updates to applicants—all triggered by the form submission. This keeps your compliance team organized and applicants informed without manual admin work.

Whether you're a logistics company managing multiple warehouse facilities or a customs broker assisting clients with licensing, this Paperform template provides the professional, regulatory-compliant foundation you need to meet KRA standards and keep your operations moving.