Get or renew a Garissa County business permit
County Government of Garissa · sources read 1 Oct 2026
Get a Unified Single Business Permit from the Garissa County departments and pay only by M-Pesa business number 209118 or into the county's KCB account. One permit covers the trade licence, advertising, fire inspection and public health licences.
- Fee
- We couldn't confirm a fee from the official page. Check it there before you pay.
- Where
- In person at the Garissa County departments (County Headquarters, Garissa town, Mon to Fri 8:00 am to 4:00 pm); pay by M-Pesa business number 209118 or KCB account 1140761625
Steps
- Apply to the Garissa County departments for a Unified Single Business Permit for your business premises.
- Pay the fees by M-Pesa to business number 209118, or into KCB account 1140761625. Payments are digital only.
- Get an official receipt. The county then issues the licences that match what you paid for.
- County headquarters in Garissa town is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Email info@garissa.go.ke.
Watch out
- Never pay cash to someone in the street. County revenue collectors carry a county ID card or uniform, and every payment must have an official receipt.
- Give correct details. A permit can be suspended or revoked if you gave false information, and a suspension lasts 1 year.
Who can apply
- Anyone setting up a business with a physical outlet in Garissa County. One Unified Single Business Permit covers the trade licence, advertising, fire inspection and public health licences, where they apply.
Official sources (2)
- The Garissa County Finance Act, 2025 garissa.go.ke · read 1 Oct 2026
- Contacts garissa.go.ke · read 1 Oct 2026