Key import and registration requirements
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 ↗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 ↗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 ↗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
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