Quick Answer: You need Ksh 50,000 to Ksh 100,000 to start gas business in Kenya. Ksh 50k gets you 15 filled 6kg cylinders, Ksh 70k gets you 27 cylinders mixed 6kg & 13kg, Ksh 100k gets you wholesale level. KegasDealers is an Independent EPRA Licensed, KEBS Certified Supplier at Kilindini Zanzibar Rd, opposite Elite Tools Ltd, Mombasa. We provide EPRA License + Authorization Letter. Call/WhatsApp 0752221668.
Gas business in Kenya is the retail and refilling of LPG cooking gas cylinders under license from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). This category contains everything you need to start – from costs, requirements, profitability, to wholesale prices.
Direct Answer: Ksh 50,000 starts a 6kg business, Ksh 70,000 starts a mixed 6kg/13kg business, Ksh 100,000 starts a wholesale business.
| Package | What You Get | Total Cost | Monthly Profit | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ksh 50,000 Starter | 15x 6kg Filled Cylinders – SEAGAS, LAKEGAS, PROGAS, HASHI | Ksh 50,000 | Ksh 12,000 – 18,000 | Youth, First Business |
| Ksh 70,000 Standard – Most Popular | 27x Cylinders Mixed: 25x 6kg + 2x 13kg. 10x SEAGAS 6kg @2,250, 10x PROGAS 6kg @2,450, 5x K-GAS 6kg @2,700, 2x PROGAS 13kg @4,450 = Ksh 69,400 | Ksh 69,400 | Ksh 20,000 – 28,000 | Small Shop Owners |
| Ksh 100,000 Wholesale | 40x Cylinders: 35x 6kg + 5x 13kg + Gas Cage | Ksh 100,000 | Ksh 30,000 – 45,000 | Retirees, Diaspora |
Key Takeaway: Wholesale filled prices start from Ksh 2,250 for 6kg and Ksh 4,350 for 13kg. Retail selling price is Ksh 3,000 – 3,500 for 6kg.
| Brand Category | 6kg Cylinder + Gas | 13kg Cylinder + Gas | Your Profit |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-GAS, TOTAL, AFRIGAS | Ksh 2,700 | Ksh 4,759 | Ksh 600 – 800 |
| PROGAS, HASHI, HASS, OILIBYA, MPISHI @2550 | Ksh 2,450 – 2,550 | Ksh 4,450 – 4,455 | Ksh 650 – 750 |
| SEAGAS, LAKEGAS, TOPGAS, Wajiko @2250, Taifa @2250, Tosha @2250 | Ksh 2,250 – 3,250 | Ksh 4,350 – 4,450 | Ksh 750 – Highest Margin |
Direct Answer: Starting gas business in Kenya takes 4 steps and can be done in 7 days.
Key Takeaway: You need 3 mandatory documents: County Business Permit, KRA PIN, and EPRA LPG License.
| Document | Who Gives It | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Business Permit | County Government | Ksh 3,500 – 8,000 |
| KRA PIN | KRA | Free |
| EPRA License | KegasDealers provides copy | Free with shop |
| Authorization Letter | KegasDealers provides | Free with shop |
Direct Answer: Yes, gas business in Kenya is profitable with 25-35% margin.
| Product | You Buy At | You Sell At | Your Profit |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROGAS 6kg Filled | Ksh 2,450 | Ksh 3,200 | Ksh 750 |
| SEAGAS 6kg Filled @2,250 | Ksh 2,250 | Ksh 3,000 | Ksh 750 |
| K-GAS 6kg Filled | Ksh 2,700 | Ksh 3,300 | Ksh 600 |
| PROGAS 13kg Filled | Ksh 4,450 | Ksh 5,300 | Ksh 850 |
You need Ksh 50,000 for 15 cylinders, Ksh 70,000 for 27 cylinders mixed 6kg and 13kg, and Ksh 100,000 for 40 cylinders wholesale.
To start as a beginner, rent a small shop, get County Business Permit and KRA PIN, contact KegasDealers on 0752221668 for EPRA License and Authorization Letter, order KEBS cylinders, install gas cage and fire extinguisher, and start selling.
Requirements are County Business Permit, KRA PIN, EPRA License, Authorization Letter, KEBS certified cylinders, and safety equipment. KegasDealers provides EPRA License + Authorization Letter free for customers with a shop.
Yes, gas refilling business is profitable. Profit is Ksh 360 – 750 per 6kg cylinder. Average retailer makes Ksh 20,000 – 45,000 monthly net profit selling 3-5 cylinders per day.
KegasDealers Ltd – Independent EPRA Licensed, KEBS Certified Supplier.
Kilindini Zanzibar Rd, opposite Elite Tools Ltd, Mombasa.
CALL/WHATSAPP: 0752221668
Website: https://www.kegasdealers.com/gas-business/
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