Monday, January 26,
2026 - The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has issued a
fresh directive to Kenyans who have purchased vehicles previously owned by the
national Government, parastatals, or County Governments, warning that a
purchase alone does not confer full legal ownership.
In an update released on Monday, January 26th,
NTSA urged all buyers of ex‑GK vehicles to regularise ownership through its
official systems.
“Purchased an Ex‑GK, parastatal or county vehicle? Don’t stop at
purchase.”
“Re‑register the vehicle to enjoy full ownership and avoid future
complications,” the notice read.
According to NTSA, re‑registration of such vehicles must be
supported by an authorization letter from the relevant Principal Secretary, or
in the case of military vehicles, the Department of Defence.
Applicants are required to submit a duly completed Form A,
GK number plates or a retention letter from the disposing institution, and the
original GK registration certificate.
Where a logbook is unavailable, buyers must formally notify
the authority in writing.
The agency further stated that a completed Form C must be
signed and stamped by both the disposing institution and the buyer.
For vehicles acquired through auction, supporting documents
such as a valid auctioneer’s licence, KRA PIN and certificate of incorporation
are mandatory.
Additional requirements include copies of the buyer’s KRA
PIN certificate and national ID, a tape lift of the chassis and engine numbers
from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and a new entry form for
vehicles whose duty has not been paid.
NTSA clarified that number plates and registration
certificates are not applicable to ex‑military vehicles.
All applications must be initiated online via the NTSA
service portal, where buyers are required to upload documents, pay re‑registration
and inspection fees, and select preferred collection points for number plates
and logbooks.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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