Import a Car from UK to Kenya
UK Car Sourcing, Export & Delivery
Why use CarLuv Car Sourcing & Export Service?
- We are a leading UK car exporter to Kenya, specialising in vehicle sourcing, KEBS inspection, shipping to Mombasa with comprehensive services delivery up to Nairobi.
- We meticulously source from reputable UK individuals, prestigious British Car Auctions, and trusted car dealers to ensure you receive the best deal and quality.
- Our expertise guarantees a perfect match for your needs, delivering your desired car with unbeatable price and condition directly from the UK market.
- With dedicated clearing and forwarding agents in Mombasa and Nairobi, we ensure a smooth journey for your car, right to your doorstep.
- Our list of clientele, including professionals and industrialists, have consistently vouched for our commitment to excellence through referrals.
How it Works
Car Sourcing & Export to Mombasa
- Enter Details below to receive car quotes with photos.
- We will send you a selection of cars matching your requirements within 24 hours.
- You select a car from the list and we send you a pro-forma invoice including shipping, clearing and forwarding.
- You pay for the car plus shipping cost and we take the vehicle to port for the next available ship to Mombasa.
- We DHL the bill of lading, logbook, spare key and test certificate directly to you.
- We introduce you to our clearing and forwarding agent and you pay them the C&F charges.
- Your car is delivered to your home!
Enter Details to Receive Car Quotes with Photos
RORO & Container Shipping to Mombasa
We have a ship that leaves from the UK every week. Your car will be sent to the port you choose, or to a port where you can pick it up yourself. We offer two types of shipping: RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) and Container. Before shipping, all cars must pass a Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) inspection, which costs £290 per car.
RoRo Shipping
Roll on Roll off (RoRo) shipping
This method is where the car is driven in and out of the ship. This shipping method is cheaper and most commonly used method.
RoRo Shipping Charges to Mombasa
From Tilbury / Sheerness / Immingham Ports
£1,850
(4×4 / SUV)
Shipping By Container
Container shipping your car will be secured within a shipping container and loaded onto the ship. Although container shipping is more expensive compared to RoRo shipping, it is more secure offers Mombasa or Inland Container Depot (ICD), Embakasi, Nairobi. It is most preferred if you are buying a highly valuable car, or you are sending the car alongside other items such as spare parts or household goods. Containers come in two sizes; the 20-foot and the 40-foot container. The 20-foot container is ideal for one car, while the 40-foot is ideal for two cars.
Container Shipping Charges to Kenya
£2,850
20-foot container – 1 car
£ enquire
40-foot container – 2 cars
UK Customs & Documentation
We will make all the customs and border entries on your behalf to ensure there are no delays or avoid the detention of your car at the Port. Apart from this, we will organise and prepare the necessary documents as needed in Kenya. These documents include UK Logbook, KEBS pre-shipment inspection certificate and receipts required for the import and shipping process. The documents will be sent to you through DHL before the arrival of the ship to allow you or your agent to initiate the clearing procedure.
Clearing and Forwarding to Nairobi
We will send you all the vehicle documentation of ownership and introduce you to our clearing agent in Kenya who can do all the necessary work of clearing and forwarding your car up to Nairobi.
FAQs
Kenya Car Import FAQ
How long does it take to ship a car from UK to Kenya?
Shipping is currently 7-8 weeks from UK to Mombasa due to the Suez canal issues and being rerouted via Maputo.
How can I estimate the KRA duty and tax?
You can use our KRA car duty calculator below to estimate duty according to the latest KRA guidelines updated September 2023. This tool will use the KRA Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP database) to compute the applicable taxes, levies, and duty https://carluv.co.uk/kra-motor-vehicle-import-duty-calculator/
How much does it cost to clear a car in Mombasa?
On top of KRA duties and taxes you will pay Ksh 160,800 as follows:
- Port charge & SGR Ksh. 120,00
- Verification fee Ksh. 15,000.00
- Interpol Ksh. 15,000.00
- Mss levy Ksh. 2,000.00
- Radiation Ksh. 1,000.00
- Ntsa sticker Ksh. 800
- Idf fee Ksh. 2,000.00
- Local transport Ksh. 25,000
- Agents fee Ksh. 100,000
Can you assist to procure and deliver a car from Autotrader and other UK sites?
Yes! We will assist with reviewing the car, test driving (including live video), safe procurement, KEBS inspection, clearing and forwarding up to Mombasa or Nairobi including NTSA registration. Seend details to WhatsApp: +44 7311 271807
Are there any age restrictions?
Kenya does not allow the importation of cars that are beyond eight years so in 2024 your vehicle must not be older than 2017 from first UK registration.
How much does it cost to clear a car in Mombasa?
On top of KRA duties and taxes you will pay Ksh 160,800 as follows:
- Port charge & SGR Ksh. 120,00
- Verification fee Ksh. 15,000.00
- Interpol Ksh. 15,000.00
- Mss levy Ksh. 2,000.00
- Radiation Ksh. 1,000.00
- Ntsa sticker Ksh. 800
- Idf fee Ksh. 2,000.00
- Local transport Ksh. 25,000
- Agents fee Ksh. 100,000
Do you have an agent in Kenya?
Yes, we have an agent in Sarit Centre, Nairobi.
Can I finance a vehicle before export?
Yes, we offer bank finance of up to 80% of the full vehicle including taxes in Kenya. Please speak to our Kenyan office staff.
Can I get duty exemption as a disabled person?
Yes, if you are a disabled badge holder you can apply to Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to clear a car duty free. Certain conditions must be met regarding the vehicle maximum engine capacity. Carluv has experience in clearing disabled badge holder duty free vehicles so let us know and we can advice.
What inspections do you do?
CARLUV mechanics perform a thorough mechanical and body check and a 5 mile road test of all vehicles.
In addition, we ensure the car has current UK Ministry of Transport (MOT) certificate without any major advisory.
Before exporting any vehicle to Kenya, CARLUV ensures it undergoes a mandatory Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) inspection.
We also do a HPI check to make sure the car is not stolen and mileage is genuine amongst other points..
What are your payment terms?
We prefer to receive initial payment for deposit to reserve the vehicle and remove it from market. Once you are ready to pay the balance, we prefer bank transfer of the cost of vehicle cost plus shipping charged (CIF).
We can also discuss other modes of paying such as export Letter of Credit.
Is it cheaper to import or buy a car in Kenya?
It depends on the car’s value. For low valued mass imported vehicles of below KSH 2 million it is normally cheaper to source from a reputable Kenya car dealer. However, for high end cars like SUVs and pickups normally priced beyond KSh. 2.5m it can be cheaper to import. There is also the aspect of “foreign used car” which may mean you could get a comparable car in better condition due to better road conditions.
Can I export my LHD car to Kenya?
Kenya does not allow importing of LHD vehicles but allows duty-free importation of an equivalent RHD vehicle for returning residents of a LHD country like USA.
I have more questions. How do I contact you?
Feel free to contact us by email at [email protected]
