Operating a driving school in Kenya requires registration and licensing with NTSA, with fees that vary by the class or category of training the school is authorised to offer.
Fee Summary Table
| Driving School Category | Indicative Renewal Fee |
|---|---|
| Class A driving school | Approximately Ksh. 20,000 |
| Class C driving school | Approximately Ksh. 5,000 |
Source: NTSA service charge figures reported in 2023 NTSA fee review proposals. NTSA proposed increasing these to Ksh. 50,000 and Ksh. 10,000 respectively — confirm the currently applicable rate with NTSA or on the TIMS portal, as fee schedules have been under active revision.
What You Need
- Registered business or company documentation
- Qualified driving instructors with valid instructor certification
- Approved training vehicles meeting NTSA’s roadworthiness and category requirements
- A physical premises meeting NTSA’s facility standards
- Compliance with NTSA’s standardised driving curriculum
Fee Variation by Class Reflects Scope
A Class A driving school (typically authorised to train across a broader range of vehicle categories) pays a materially higher renewal fee than a Class C school, reflecting the wider scope of instruction, equipment, and oversight involved. If you’re planning to register a new driving school, decide on your intended training scope early, since it directly drives your fee tier.
Driving school licensing fees in Kenya are tiered by category and have been the subject of proposed increases in recent years. Treat published figures as a starting point for budgeting and confirm the exact current fee with NTSA before finalising your business plan.
