Learner's Driving Licence Fees / Charges

Before enrolling in driving lessons in Kenya, every learner must obtain a Provisional Driving Licence (PDL) from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). It legally permits supervised practice driving while you prepare for your driving test.

Fee Summary Table

Item	Fee / Charge
Provisional Driving Licence (PDL) application	Ksh. 650
Validity period	3 months
Renewal (if needed)	Ksh. 650 per further 3-month period

Source: NTSA/eCitizen Provisional Driving Licence service information.

What You Need

National ID or passport
KRA PIN
Passport-size photograph
TIMS account registration via the eCitizen portal
Enrolment at an NTSA-registered driving school

Why the PDL Has a Short Validity

The three-month validity period is intentional — it nudges learners to complete their driving school training and book their test promptly rather than holding an indefinite learner status. If your training runs longer, you'll need to renew the PDL at the same Ksh. 650 fee for each additional three-month block. At Ksh. 650, the learner's licence is the cheapest step in Kenya's driving licence process. The bigger costs come later — driving school fees, the test booking fee, and the Smart Driving Licence issuance fee — so budget for the full journey, not just this first step.

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