ntsa.ecitizen.go.ke Apply For Driving License & Test Booking Kenya : National Transport & Safety Authority

Organization : National Transport and Safety Authority
Facility : Apply For Driving License & Test Booking
Country : Kenya
Website : https://ntsa.ecitizen.go.ke/

How To Apply For NTSA Kenya Driving License?

A driving license is issued as an authority to allow a person to drive a motor vehicle of any class on a road. No person shall be allowed to drive a motor vehicle on road unless he is the holder of a valid driving license or a provisional license endorsed in respect of that class of vehicle.

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Go to the official website of NTSA Kenya provided above. Click Learn More button to get into the portal.

Click Services tab available in the home page.

Go to Driving License page as shown below.

Click Apply Now Button.

You will be taken to One Login All Government Services portal.
Step 1 : Enter your Email Address or ID Number
Step 2 : Enter your Password
Step 3 : Click Login Button

Note :
No driving license or provisional license shall be granted to any person
** Under the age of sixteen years;
** Under the age of eighteen (18) years, except in respect of motor cycles; or
** Endorsed in respect of matatus and motor-omnibuses, unless he
** Is over the age of twenty four (24) years; and
** Has for not less than four (4) years held a license endorsed in respect of motor-cars or commercial vehicles.

Any person driving a motor vehicle on a road shall carry his driving license or provisional license, and on being so required by a police officer, produce it for examination.

What are the Conditions for Granting of Driving License?

A licensing officer shall not grant an applicant a driving license endorsed in respect of any class of motor vehicle unless the applicant –
** satisfies the licensing officer that
** He has passed a test of competence to drive that class of motor vehicle and that he holds a certificate of competence
** Is the holder of a valid driving license for that class of motor vehicle granted by a competent authority in a member country of the Commonwealth, or
** Is the holder of an international driving permit

** Makes a declaration as to whether or not he is suffering from any such disease or physical disability which would be likely to cause the driving by him of a motor vehicle to be a source of danger to the public

** Is able to read, with glasses if worn, a motor vehicle identification plate at a distance of twenty five (25) metres. A person who is totally blind or blind in one eye is not allowed to hold a driving license.

How To Apply For Driving Test Booking Certificate?

When an applicant is satisfied that he can take a driving test, he shall be required to book for a test stating the date, time and location he would like to go for the driving test. A test booking certificate shall be issued upon payment of the prescribed fee.

All driving tests are undertaken at Driving Test Units (DTU) which are based across the country.

The driving tests are conducted by driving test examiners (DTE) and shall include a test of the applicant’s –
** Knowledge of the rules of road;
** Knowledge of recognized road signals and road signs;
** Knowledge of any authorized road or highway code; and
** Physical fitness to drive a motor vehicle of the class for which the license is required.

Once an applicant has passed a driving test, he shall be issued with a certificate of competence (C of C) indicating the class or classes of motor vehicle he is permitted to drive.

The C of C is valid for a period of three (3) months, and upon expiry, it will be at the discretion of the licensing officer to decide whether the applicant will under-go another driving test, or on the contrary approve the application for payment of the driving license.

Procedure :
Follow the same procedure as described above to enter into the portal. Click Driving Test Application link in services page.

Click Apply Now button after reading the details. You will be taken to One Login All Government Services portal. Login with your id & password to apply for test.

FAQ On NTSA Kenya Driving License

Here are some FAQ on NTSA Kenya Driving License:

How long is a Kenyan driving license valid for?
A Kenyan driving license is valid for 3 years. You can renew it for another 3 years, or for 12 months, at your option.

What are the requirements for getting a driving license in Kenya?
You must be at least 18 years old and have a valid ID card or passport. You must also pass a driving test and pay the required fees.

What are the different types of driving licenses in Kenya?
There are 5 different types of driving licenses in Kenya:
** Class A: Motorcycles
** Class B: Cars and light vehicles
** Class C: Heavy goods vehicles
** Class D: Public service vehicles
** Class E: Driver’s instructor

How can I check the validity of my driving license?
You can check the validity of your driving license using the NTSA short code 22846. Create a new message with the body starting with DL followed by the ID number of the driver and then send the message to 22846.