On August 30, 2022, the Kenyan government introduced a new generation of number plates for all vehicles in the country.
The new plates are digital and have a variety of security features, including microchip technology that may be used to identify both the car and its owner.
The plates also have anti-counterfeit elements like a hologram, watermark and unique serial number, making it difficult to create counterfeit plates.
The plates also have a QR code that, when scanned, provides access to vehicle information such as registration status and insurance.
In addition to their security features, the new number plates are attractively pleasing as they feature a sleek, futuristic appearance, with a black and white front plate and a black and yellow back plate.
The plates also include the Kenyan flag and the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) emblem.
While the new number plates are provided to all newly registered vehicles, existing vehicles may apply for the new plates at a cost of Ksh 3,050.
How to apply for new digital number plates
Follow the steps below to apply for new digital number plates;
Step 1: Log in to https://timsvirl.ntsa.go.ke and click on Vehicle Registration
Step 2: Select Reflective No. Plate and click Apply for Reflective No. Plate
Step 3: You will be redirected to your list of vehicles, choose the one you want to apply a number plate for and verify the vehicle details then click next
Step 4: Select the reason for applying for the Reflective plate i.e new generation plate and then choose the notification method – email or SMS
Step 5: Choose the type of Front and back number plate – Oblong or Square – and choose the plate counter collection office
Step 6: On the Lost/Defaced Number Plate & Tape Lifting Report sections attach a scanned copy of the original logbook and an image of the number plates in pdf on both slots. A tape lifting report is not required when applying for the new digital generation number plates.
Step 7: Confirm the vehicle particulars and pay ksh 3,050 via M-PESA.
NTSA will alert you via SMS or email when the number plate is ready for collection. It takes 7 days to get the new number plates.