How to Apply for a PSV Badge and License on NTSA TIMS

Public Service Vehicle (PSV) drivers in Kenya are required to have a valid PSV badge and licence before operating matatus, buses, taxis, school vans, and other public transport vehicles.

The application is done online through the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) Transport Integrated Management System (TIMS).

Before starting the application, applicants should have the following:

• A valid Kenyan driving licence with the appropriate vehicle class
• A Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
• A valid Medical Certificate (Form 19)
• A recent passport-size photograph
• A Kenyan National ID
• An active NTSA TIMS/eCitizen account

Steps to Apply for a PSV Badge and License on NTSA TIMS

1.Applicants can complete the process by following these steps:

• Log in to the NTSA TIMS portal using your eCitizen or TIMS account
• Select Driving Licence from the main menu
• Click on Apply for PSV Badge
• Fill in the required personal information

2.Upload all the required documents, including:

• National ID
• Driving licence
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Medical Certificate
• Passport-size photo

3.Review the details and submit the application

4.Pay the required application fee using the available payment options, including M-Pesa

5.Once the application is approved, applicants will be notified and can collect the PSV badge from the NTSA office selected during the application.

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Who Can Apply?

To qualify for a PSV badge, applicants should:

• Hold a valid Kenyan driving licence with the appropriate vehicle class
• Meet the minimum age and driving experience requirements set by NTSA for PSV drivers
• Have no disqualifying traffic offences or legal restrictions that would prevent them from operating a public service vehicle

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How Long Does the Process Take?

The processing time may vary depending on document verification and approval by NTSA.

Applicants are advised to monitor their TIMS account for updates on the status of their application.

Applications may take longer to process if:

• Required documents are missing or have expired.
• Incorrect information is entered on the TIMS portal.
• Uploaded documents or passport photographs are unclear
• Additional verification is required by NTSA

Why the PSV Badge Is Important

The PSV badge confirms that a driver has met the legal requirements to operate a public service vehicle in Kenya.

It is mandatory for drivers of matatus, buses, taxis, school transport vehicles, and other licensed public transport vehicles.

Driving a PSV without a valid badge and licence is an offence under Kenyan traffic laws and may lead to penalties or other legal action.

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