The government, through the Financial Reporting Centre (FRC), has issued a fresh directive to all Kenyan landlords on registration.
All real estate agencies across Kenya are ordered to register with the Centre before Friday, 14th November 2025.
According to FRC, the directive seeks to enforce compliance with the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2009 (POCAMLA), which identifies real estate agents as reporting institutions under the law.
“Real estate agents are designated as reporting institutions under the POCAMLA. Accordingly, they are required to register with the Centre pursuant to Section 47A of the POCAMLA,” read part of the FRC notice.
Registration to Be Done Through the goAML Platform
In a public notice dated 21st October 2025, the FRC directed all unregistered landlords and real estate agencies to complete their registration via the goAML online platform at https://goAML.frc.go.ke.
The move was reportedly part of the government’s effort to curb money laundering and related financial crimes within the property sector.
“The Centre hereby directs all unregistered real estate agencies in Kenya to register with the Centre in compliance with Section 47A of the POCAMLA on or before Friday, 14th November 2025,” the notice read.
According to the FRC, the registration process involves submitting the required documents and application through the goAML system.
The Centre has also provided detailed guidelines to assist applicants during the process.
FRC Provides Support Channels for Applicants
FRC assured landlords and real estate agents of technical support throughout the registration period.
“In case of any challenges or queries on registration, contact the Centre through 0709 858 000 or [email protected],” stated the directive.
The Centre emphasised that the registration exercise is part of a broader strategy to strengthen transparency and accountability in Kenya’s property sector.
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The FRC was established under Section 21 of POCAMLA to identify proceeds of crime and combat money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing.
Non-Compliance Attracts Legal Action
FRC has cautioned that those who fail to comply with the directive will face legal consequences as provided under the Act.
“Take note that failure to register with the Centre constitutes an offence pursuant to Section 47A (5) of POCAMLA and that the Centre will proceed to take necessary action,” the statement warned.
Eligibility & Application Process
During registration, applicants must provide details of their legal entity, including the business name, certificate of incorporation or registration, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) PIN, contact information, and details of the Chief Executive Officer or Managing Partner.
They must also designate a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and provide the officer’s contact details.
For entities operating as part of a group or with foreign incorporation, additional documentation such as notarised certificates and organisational charts must be submitted to ensure full disclosure of ownership and structure.
The registration is done solely online via the goAML portal
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Step by step:
- Go to the goAML landing page at https://goAML.frc.go.ke.
- Access “RI Registration Requirements” (for Reporting Institutions).
- Download and fill out Form FRC RF 1-1. It must be signed by the CEO and witnessed by the Commissioner for Oaths.
- Attach all required documentation in the “Attachments” section before submission.
- Submit the application. Once it is approved and a unique organisation number is allocated, the entity is officially registered.
Compliance Obligations and Reporting
Once registration is approved, the institution is issued a unique registration number.
The FRC requires registered entities to notify the Centre within 14 days of any change in their MLRO and within 90 days of changes in management or ownership.
Every institution must submit an annual compliance report by 31 January each year, detailing adherence to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws.
Additionally, reporting institutions are mandated to file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) electronically through the goAML platform as part of continuous compliance monitoring.
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