The custom registration plate comes at a very high price for residents wishing to plate the car in its unique number-plate style.
Cost of Personalized Number Plates
- Personalized number plate: Ksh 1,000,000
- Annual renewal fee: Ksh 50,000
- Replacement fee (lost or defaced): Ksh 50,000
- Special number plate (customized sequence): Ksh 30,000
How to Apply for a Custom Number Plate in Kenya
To get a personalized number plate, follow these steps:
- Log in to the NTSA TIMS portal – Visit tims.ntsa.go.ke and sign in.
- Submit a request – Along with a request letter, you need to provide the original vehicle logbook.
- Approval and Payment – Make the payment required upon approval.
- Processing Time – Custom plate is available within five working days.
Rules & Restrictions
- Personalized plates are non-transferable to another person.
- Prohibited terms include political party names, offensive words, or any name that could cause ethnic tensions.
Is It Worth Getting a Personalized Plate?
A personalized plate certainly adds many features of charm to your vehicle. However, it’s something that is considered so costly, and the benefits should be weighed against the restrictions. If, however, budgets are an issue, this might not even be the best option; a special number plate (Ksh 30,000) could serve as an alternative.
Go to the NTSA TIMS portal to start your application, or hire us to guide you through it.