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Check Japan-origin used-vehicle requirements before purchase

Import statusOpen with conditions
SteeringRight-hand drive
Last verified2026-08-14
Japan-origin used vehicles require pre-export inspection to the Kenya standard and a valid roadworthiness certificate. Age and other import conditions must also be checked.

Key import and registration requirements

Verify current ruleRegistration

Purchase eligibility and registration

Japan-origin used vehicles require pre-export inspection to the Kenya standard and a valid roadworthiness certificate. Age and other import conditions must also be checked.

Evidence source · Kenya Bureau of Standards ↗
RequiredDocuments

Core documents

Prepare the original Japanese export or deregistration certificate, invoice, bill of lading and every market-specific approval or inspection certificate. Confirm the final list before shipment.

Evidence source · Kenya Bureau of Standards ↗
ConditionalInspection

Pre-shipment inspection

Use the inspection organizations and certificate scope shown below. Recognition can change, so recheck the authority source before booking.

Evidence source · Kenya Bureau of Standards ↗
RecommendedSafety

Chassis-number check before purchase

Send WATSU LOGI the chassis number, destination and vehicle model before purchase so age, specifications, inspection and document feasibility can be checked.

Evidence source · Kenya Bureau of Standards ↗

Japan-origin inspection providers

QISJRequired provider / programme

KEBS requires Japan-origin used vehicles to be inspected by QISJ and accompanied by a valid Certificate of Roadworthiness.

Certificate
Certificate of Roadworthiness
Evidence status
Kenya Bureau of Standards
Evidence source ↗
Import, inspection and registration rules can change. Confirm eligibility using the chassis number before purchase.