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Kenya Stamp Duty & Property Transfer Cost Calculator

Calculate the total cost of transferring property in Kenya including stamp duty, LSK conveyancing fees, registration fees, and other charges.

💰 Finance & TaxStamp Duty Act (Cap 480) & LSK Advocates Remuneration OrderRarely changes
KES 0KES 50M

Property Location

Buyer Type

Total Transfer Cost5.11% of property value

KES 255,520

For a KES 5,000,000 urban property

Cost Breakdown

ItemAmount
Stamp Duty (4%)KES 200,000
LSK Conveyancing FeesKES 45,000
Land Registry RegistrationKES 5,000
Search FeeKES 520
Consent to TransferKES 5,000
TotalKES 255,520

Important Notes

  • •Stamp duty is payable within 30 days of execution of the transfer instrument
  • •First-time buyers under the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) scheme are exempt from stamp duty
  • •LSK conveyancing fees are calculated on a progressive scale similar to tax bands
  • •Land rent and rates clearance are additional county-specific costs for leasehold properties

Frequently Asked Questions

What is stamp duty in Kenya?
Stamp duty is a government tax charged on the transfer of property (land or buildings) in Kenya. It is payable to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) within 30 days of executing the transfer instrument.
What is the stamp duty rate for urban vs rural property?
Stamp duty is 4% of the market value for urban and peri-urban properties, and 2% for rural properties. First-time buyers under the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) scheme are fully exempt.
What are conveyancing fees in Kenya?
Conveyancing fees are legal fees paid to an advocate for handling the property transfer process. Rates are set by the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Advocates Remuneration Order on a progressive scale based on property value.
Are first-time home buyers exempt from stamp duty?
Yes. Under the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) scheme introduced in Finance Act 2023, first-time buyers of affordable housing units are exempt from stamp duty entirely.
What other costs are involved in property transfer?
Beyond stamp duty and conveyancing fees, you may also need to pay: Land Registry registration fee (KES 5,000 flat), search fee (KES 520), consent to transfer (KES 5,000), valuation fee (~0.25% of property value), and county-specific land rates clearance.

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