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In Kenya, driving schools operate under the NTSA (National Transport and Safety Authority) curriculum which standardizes training across the country.
Before enrolling, most learners want to know three things:
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How much driving school costs
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Which driving license class they need
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How long the training takes
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NTSA Driving License Classes in Kenya
Driving licenses in Kenya are divided into several categories depending on the type of vehicle you want to operate.

| Class | Vehicle Type |
| A1 | Motorcycles up to 50cc |
| A2 | Motorcycles above 50cc |
| A3 | Three-wheelers (Tuk-tuk) |
| B | Light vehicles (cars) |
| C1 | Light trucks |
| C | Medium trucks |
| CE | Heavy trucks with trailers |
| CD | Hazardous goods trucks |
| D1 | Vans / small passenger vehicles |
| D2 | Minibus (matatu) |
| D3 | Large buses |
| E | Special commercial vehicles |
| F | Persons with disability vehicles |
| G | Construction / agricultural machinery |
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Driving School Fees in Kenya (2026 Estimate)
Driving school costs vary depending on the class of license and whether you choose a short course, half course, or full course.
Additional NTSA charges may include:
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Provisional Driving License: about KSh 650
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Driving test application: about KSh 1,050
| License Class | Course | Estimated Cost (KES) |
| Motorbike (A2) | Short course | 5,000 |
| Automatic car (B1) | Full course | 16,000 |
| Manual car (B2) | Full course | 14,000 |
| Taxi / Uber (B3) | Full course | 12,000 |
| Light trucks (C1) | Full course | 15,000 |
| Heavy trucks (CE) | Full course | 25,000 |
| PSV / Matatu (D1 / D2) | Full course | 15,000 |
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Most driving courses take between 1 to 2 months depending on your schedule.
Typical training includes:
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Theory classes on road safety
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Highway code training
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Practical driving lessons
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Vehicle control and parking
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NTSA driving test preparation
Students usually attend 1–2 hours of driving lessons daily until they complete the required training hours.
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Choosing a Good Driving School

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When selecting a driving school in Kenya, consider the following:
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NTSA certification
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Qualified instructors
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Modern training vehicles
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Flexible class schedules
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Good test pass rate
Some schools also offer refresher courses for drivers who already have a license but want to improve their skills.
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