How to Check Vehicle Ownership in Kenya 2026

Kenyans looking to confirm the ownership and registration details of a motor vehicle can access National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) services through the government’s digital platforms.

NTSA has moved its motor vehicle services to the eCitizen platform, allowing vehicle owners and other eligible users to access registration-related services online.

How to check vehicle ownership in Kenya

To check a vehicle’s registration details, users should:

1. Log in to their eCitizen account.
2. Access the NTSA service portal.
3. Select the relevant motor vehicle service.
4. Enter the required vehicle registration details.
5. Follow the instructions provided by the NTSA portal.

NTSA’s current online services include several vehicle-related services, including motor vehicle registration and transfer of ownership.

Can you check a vehicle using its number plate?

The vehicle registration number is commonly used when accessing NTSA vehicle-related services. However, access to ownership information may depend on the specific service and the user’s authorisation.

Members of the public should therefore use the official NTSA/eCitizen platform rather than unofficial websites claiming to provide vehicle-owner information.

How to verify a vehicle logbook

NTSA also provides an online logbook verification service. Users can verify a logbook using the verification token printed on the document together with the vehicle’s chassis number.

This can be particularly useful when buying a used vehicle and checking whether the documentation presented by a seller can be verified through NTSA.

New eLogbook system in Kenya

NTSA introduced the electronic motor vehicle registration certificate (eLogbook) in June 2026.

Under the new system, vehicle owners can access, view, download and verify their electronic logbooks through their eCitizen accounts. The eLogbook is integrated with motor vehicle registration and transfer-of-ownership processes.

The system is designed to improve security, reduce document forgery and make ownership-related records easier to access.

Important warning when buying a used car

Before buying a second-hand vehicle, buyers should verify the vehicle’s registration information and documentation through official NTSA channels.

Do not rely solely on a physical logbook or information supplied by a seller. NTSA provides an official logbook verification service that can be used to authenticate the document.

For assistance with NTSA services, the Authority lists its call centre number as 0709 932 300 and its main telephone number as 0709 932 000.

Official NTSA services: NTSA Online Services