Verification level: Verified against multiple sources
Kenya
Right-hand drive (RHD) is mandatory with an 8-year age cap — standard Korean-market (LHD) cars do not qualify without conversion.
Driving side
Right-hand drive (RHD)
Max vehicle age
8 years — Vehicles must be no more than 8 years old from the manufacture year under KEBS standards, with periodic updates to the minimum acceptable first-registration year.
Customs & duty
varies — confirm with your customs broker
Emission standard
varies — confirm with your customs broker
VIN re-carving
VIN re-carving is prohibited.
Required documents
- Commercial export invoice
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Vehicle inspection / diagnosis report (Encar)
- Buyer passport / ID
Primary ports of entry
Mombasa
Important notes
- Important: Kenya only permits right-hand-drive (RHD) vehicles for normal road use. Standard Korean export-market cars are left-hand drive (LHD) — direct import for general use is not possible without a factory-RHD vehicle; only ambulances, fire trucks, and large construction equipment are exempt.
Sources
This information is for general guidance and may change. Always confirm the latest rules with your local customs broker before buying or shipping.