By NTSA
The transfer process is the change of ownership of a motor vehicle from current owner (Seller) to a new owner (Buyer). Ownership can be transferred because of Sale, Donation or Succession. To facilitate the process both seller and buyer must activate their E-Citizens accounts. The Seller is required to initiate the transfer process by;
THE SELLER
- Login into E-Citizen account
- Select NTSA service portal (New)
- For organizations click on switch accounts
- Go to motor vehicle tab and select vehicle then view
- Select motor vehicles services, vehicle transfer then click on apply
- Scroll down and click on choose file to upload an original logbook colour (PDF)
- Select type of ownership and enter details of new owner
- Submit to pay for the transfer of ownership
- Click on home page to accept the Consent notification
THE BUYER
- Login into E-Citizen account
- Select NTSA service portal (New)
- Click Home page to accept/decline the Consent notification
- Fill in the required details then click preview
- Scroll down and tick the declaration box
- Submit for approval
Charges: Depend on CC rating of the motor vehicle
Timelines: 3 working days
SECONDHAND MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSFER FEES
| VEHICLE RATING CAPACITY | TRANSFER FEE (Ksh) | ESTICKER ONE OFF FEE (Ksh) |
| 1000cc & below | 2,210/= | 750/= |
| 1001-1200cc | 2,440/= | 750/= |
| 1201-1500cc | 2,615/= | 750/= |
| 1501-1700cc | 2,960/= | 750/= |
| 1701-2000cc | 3,245/= | 750/= |
| 2001-2500cc | 4,395/= | 750/= |
| 2501-3000cc | 5,505/= | 750/= |
| 3001 and above | 6,465/= | 750/= |
| A trailer less than four wheels | 1,580/= | 750/= |
| A trailer with four wheels or more | 2,240/= | 750/= |
| Tractor | 1,580/= | 750/= |
A vehicle shall not change ownership if:-
- Duty has not been paid (except with Diplomatic cases),
- Caveat has been placed on the vehicle,
- Car is charged to a financier (in respect of a loan/asset financing),
- There is a dispute of any kind, e.g. estate matters, marital, etc.
- Vehicle is reported as stolen.
Transfer application is processed at all regional offices and at NTSA Head Office.
Also Read: How to apply for an alternative/ forced transfer
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