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Vehicle Logbook Transfer

Calculate NTSA fees, stamp duty, and total cost to transfer ownership

Vehicle Details

KES 100KKES 10M

Additional fees apply for removing bank encumbrance

Cost Breakdown

Stamp Duty (4%)Ksh 60,000
NTSA Transfer FeeKsh 3,000
NTSA Search FeeKsh 1,500
Inspection FeeKsh 1,500
Number Plate FeeKsh 1,000
Total Transfer CostKsh 67,000

* Actual costs may vary. Agent fees (KES 5,000-15,000) not included.

Transfer Process Steps

1

Vehicle Search at NTSA

Ksh 1,500

Verify ownership and check for encumbrances

⏱️ Duration: 1 day

2

Vehicle Inspection

Ksh 1,500

Physical inspection at NTSA or authorized center

⏱️ Duration: 1 day

3

Stamp Duty Payment

Ksh 60,000

Pay 4% of vehicle value at KRA iTax

⏱️ Duration: 1 day

4

Transfer Application

Ksh 3,000

Submit transfer forms at NTSA with all documents

⏱️ Duration: 3-5 days

5

New Logbook Issuance

Ksh 1,000

Collect new logbook in buyer's name

⏱️ Duration: 7-14 days

📄 Required Documents

Seller Must Provide:

  • Original Logbook
  • Copy of National ID
  • KRA PIN Certificate
  • Transfer forms (signed)
  • Sale agreement

Buyer Must Provide:

  • Copy of National ID
  • KRA PIN Certificate
  • Passport photos (2)
  • Proof of payment