Change your vehicle's particulars (colour, engine, body) with NTSA
National Transport and Safety Authority · sources read 2 Oct 2026
After changing your vehicle's colour, engine, body or size, apply for a change of particulars on the NTSA Service Portal, book the inspection and pay. It costs KSh 1,050 for inspection plus KSh 300 per change, KSh 500 for the new eLogbook and a KSh 50 convenience fee, and takes about 3 working days.
- Fee
- KSh 1,050Inspection feeKSh 300Per changeKSh 500New eLogbookKSh 50Convenience fee
- How long
- About 3 working days
- Where
- Online on the NTSA Service Portal (eCitizen login), then in person at an NTSA inspection centre
Steps
- Log in to the NTSA Service Portal with your eCitizen details.
- Apply for the change and book an inspection, choosing 'Change of particulars' as the inspection type.
- Pay the fees on the portal.
- Take the vehicle to the NTSA inspection centre for the inspection test.
Watch out
- The law says the inspection must happen after you make the change, so don't drive around with a changed colour or engine that isn't on your records.
- The KSh 300 is charged for each change, so changing colour and engine together costs more.
Who can apply
- Owners of any vehicle whose colour, engine, length, height, width, maximum payload or other structural or mechanical setup has changed.
Common questions
Do I need an NTSA inspection after changing my car's colour or engine?
Yes. Any change in colour, engine, size, payload or other structural or mechanical change needs an NTSA inspection afterwards.
How much is the NTSA change of particulars inspection?
The inspection fee is KSh 1,050.
What are the NTSA change of particulars charges?
KSh 300 for each change, on top of the inspection fee.
Do I pay for a new logbook after the change?
Yes. A new eLogbook costs KSh 500.
How long does change of particulars take?
3 working days.
Where do I apply?
On the NTSA Service Portal, using your eCitizen login.
Official sources (4)
- NTSA Citizen Service Delivery Charter (English) 2026 ntsa.go.ke · read 2 Oct 2026
- The Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 13 of 2026) ntsa.go.ke · read 2 Oct 2026
- Frequently Asked Questions ntsa.go.ke · read 2 Oct 2026
- NTSA Service Portal serviceportal.ntsa.go.ke · read 2 Oct 2026