This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to convert a foreign driving license to a Kenyan license. Foreign nationals (expats) are required to convert their driving license from their country of origin to a Kenyan one upon arriving in Kenya. Foreigners with international driving licenses can use their licenses in Kenya for up to 3 months.
Eligibility for Conversion
The following individuals can convert their foreign driving licenses:
- Alien card holders.
- Diplomatic card holders.
- Technical staff – Category G (Gratis) class.
Requirements and Charges by Category
(i) Alien Card Holder
Requirements:
- Valid alien ID.
- Work permit/dependent pass.
- Driving license from a commonwealth country/international driving permit.
- Passport copy.
- Driving license confirmation letter from the embassy or agency responsible for issuing driving licenses in the country of origin.
Charges:
- Kshs 1,050 – Conversion fee.
- Kshs 3,050 – Smart driving license fee.
(ii) Diplomatic Card Holder
Requirements:
- Diplomatic card.
- Approved Form 7 (MFA) downloaded from NTSA website.
- Driving license.
- Passport copy.
- Passport photo.
Charges:
- Diplomatic privilege (no charge).
(iii) Technical Staff – Category G (Gratis) Class
These are staff granted exemptions for services in a country, providing voluntary services such as missionaries and Red Cross staff.
Requirements:
- Passport copy.
- Letter of exemption from immigration.
- Valid driving license from any country.
Charges:
- Kshs 1,000 (paid through the bank).
Procedure for Converting a Foreign Driving License to a Kenyan License
- Visit the NTSA Website:
- Go to NTSA website.
- Access Online Services:
- Navigate to the online services menu.
- Click on “Driver Testing and Licensing”.
- Sign In:
- Sign in using your e-Citizen credentials.
- Foreign Driving License Conversion:
- Click on “Foreign Driving License Conversion”.
- Upload all the required documents based on your category (Alien card holder, Diplomatic card holder, or Technical staff category).
- Payment:
- Make payment for the conversion of the license as per your category:
- Alien card holder: Kshs 1,050.
- Smart driving license fee: Kshs 3,050.
- Technical staff: Kshs 1,000.
- Make payment for the conversion of the license as per your category:
- Submit Application:
- Submit your application and wait for NTSA approval and an SMS notification.
- Apply for Smart Driving License:
- After receiving approval, log in to your e-Citizen account.
- Apply for a smart driving license.
- Make payment for the smart driving license.
- Biometrics Enrollment:
- Visit the preferred NTSA center or Huduma center for biometrics enrollment.
By following these steps, you can successfully convert your foreign driving license to a Kenyan driving license and continue driving legally in Kenya. Foreign DrivingLicense