Pursuant to the provisions of the Anti-Counterfeit Act No. 13 of 2008 (Section 34B) and the Anti-Counterfeit {Recordation} Regulations LN 118/2021 (R4) as read with Article 40(5) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010: The public and stakeholders are hereby notified that:

Following the successful implementation of phases I, II and III of the ACA pre-import permit program, the Authority is further expanding the program with effect from November 1, 2024 to incorporate additional selected HS Codes. This phase also enhances the regulation of chapters already regulated in preceding phases.

To submit IPR particulars for imported goods (Form ACA 2B), follow the steps below:

1. Log onto https://tfp.kenyatradenet.go.ke. (Ensure trader PIN is opted-in)
2. Select Document Type as ‘2 -Permit’
3. Select Document as ‘ACA01 - Form ACA 2B permit’
4. Select OGA Code as ‘ACA-Anti Counterfeit Authority’
5. Select reference Document Type as ‘Base Doc’ (IDF)
6. Declare the IPR (brands) of the goods being imported
7. Attach images of goods being imported, packing list and invoice
8. Pay USD 20 and submit for processing

Where imported goods fall under the exempted category, apply for ACA exemption permit, by selecting Document Type in 2 above as ‘8-Exemption’ and Document as ‘ACA02-Form ACA 2B (Exemption) permit’ in 3 above. Attach proof of exemption and submit for processing. An exemption permit shall be issued only if the entire consignment falls under exemption.

To submit an application to record an Intellectual Property Right, log on to https://public.aims.aca.go.ke

The ACA IPR recordation program is a trade facilitation tool used to detect, intercept and deter counterfeit imports at source, thereby protecting the health and safety of Kenyan consumers as well as creating a fair environment for investment and trade.

For more information on the detailed list of the HS Codes regulated by ACA based on the EAC Common External Tariff version 2022, the ACA exemption permit process and the IPR recordation and IPR agent application process, CLICK HERE or contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us on +254717430640