In order to advertise for your work or services in Nairobi you need to pay a fee to the county government through the Nairobi Metropolitan services (NMS). The purpose of this fee is to help in the service delivery. The following are the Nairobi City County Advertising fees ;
Advertising Licenses
Some of the most in demand advertising licenses in Nairobi include;
- Office signage
- Road signage
- Warehouse signage
- Shop signage
- Window branding
- Roof branding
- Wall branding
- Posters
- Flyers
- Banners
How to Apply for Advertising License in Nairobi City County
There are procedures which are very essential and make this entire process quick, seamless, and business friendly.
The urban design and development section is tasked with the responsibility of planning, guiding and coordinating the urban realm. Its aim is to achieve integrated urban public spaces through sustainable urban design practices.
The processing of advertisements and signage application is categorized into two;
High impact advertisements-it includes sky signs, billboards, wall wraps, screens, hoarding, and LED screens. Submission is through a registered physical planner using a duly signed PPA 1 form.
Low impact advertisement-they include small signage and direction signs. Applicants give out specific plans, elevations, sections, and location plan.
Fees
The following is the breakdown of the most common Nairobi City County Advertising Fees;
| Item | Application Fees in Kshs | Annual License Fee in Kshs |
| Road signage | 1,400 | 60cmx120cm @ 1,400 |
| Office signage | 1,400 | 1M² @ 2 ,730 |
| Shop signage | 2,800 | 1M² @ 2,800 |
| Warehouse signage(sky signs) | 11,200 | 1St M² @ 18,200 |
| Wall branding | 2,800 | 1St M @ 10,920 |
| Roof branding | 2,800 | 1St M @ 10,920 |
| Banners (canvas) | 1,400 | 1St M² @ 1,400 |
| Posters | 1st 1000 @ 36,400 | |
| Flyers | 1st 500 per fortnight @ 4,200 | |
| Vehicle branding | 18,200 |
Before you undertake this process, you need to first consult an expert on the fees as well as the application procedure. You can visit your nearest county office to find information on the rates and also share with them the size of your advertising signage including the location and they will advise you.
