The new NTSA smart digital driving licences was rolled out back in April 2018 and the Government ordered every driver to have it before July 1, 2020.

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 The licence looks like a national ID and contains the biometric, signature and blood group of the driver. 

However, most drivers don't have the license because they don't know the procedures of applying it but here are things you are required to do to have it.

1. Create an TIMS account

For you to gain access to NTSA services, the first important step is creating an account with them. Just google tims.ntsa.go.ke/individualRegister and create an account. 

2. Confirm details

Once done with account registration, login to your account and confirm details keyed in.

3. Make payment

This is a payment process where you will be required to pay Sh3050 via M-Pesa for the new smart Kenyan driving licence.

 4. Book an appointment date

The purpose of appointment is for scanning your fingerprints and appending your signature. Choose the most appropriate day. Make an appointment in advance. 

5. Biometric and signature

NTSA will capture biometric details, signature and digital picture for the purpose of printing the license. 

6. Printing and validation

The licence will be printed, then validated before being presented to you.