How to Apply for a Provisional Driving License on eCitizen. The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is responsible for testing and licensing drivers in Kenya, a process often conducted through driving schools. If you are enrolled in a driving school and pursuing a driving course, you will need a Provisional Driving License (PDL) valid for 3 months. This guide outlines the steps to apply for a PDL on eCitizen.
Requirements to Apply for Provisional Driving License on eCitizen
Before applying for a Provisional Driving License, ensure you have the following:
- An eCitizen account (if you don’t have one, you can register for free)
- Enrollment in a driving school
- Knowledge of your blood group
- Place of residence and town details
Step-by-Step Procedure to Apply for Provisional Driving License
- Open Your Browser
- Use your mobile phone or PC to open your preferred browser.
- Visit the eCitizen Website
- In the URL bar, type https://accounts.ecitizen.go.ke and press Enter.
- Log In or Create an Account
- Click on “Login” at the top right corner.
- If you don’t have an account, click on “Create Account” and sign up.
- Enter your ID number or email and the password you set during registration.
- Send the OTP to your phone or email, enter it, and click on “Login”.
- Access the NTSA Portal
- On the eCitizen Dashboard, locate the “National Transport and Safety Authority NTSA (New)” portal and click on it.
- Alternatively, you can directly visit https://serviceportal.ntsa.go.ke and authorize the login via eCitizen.
- Apply for Provisional Driving License
- Click on the “Apply Provisional Driving License” button and wait for it to load.
- Fill in the required details:
- Select the Driving School you are enrolled in.
- Enter your Blood Group.
- Choose the Type of License you are applying for.
- Answer some eligibility questions.
- Click on “Submit” after completing the form.
- Payment
- Pay the application fee as prompted.
- Click on “Complete” to finalize your application.
- Approval
- Wait for the driving school to approve your PDL application.
Additional Tips
- Ensure Accuracy: Double-check all the information you enter to avoid errors that might delay your application.
- Track Application: Keep track of your application status through the eCitizen portal.
- Approval Time: Be patient as the approval process might take some time depending on the driving school’s response time.
By following these steps, you can easily apply for a Provisional Driving License on eCitizen, enabling you to legally continue your driving lessons and eventually take the driving test.
