Vehicle Shipping · UK to Kenya · Mombasa Port
Car & Vehicle Shipping to Kenya from the UK
Triple A provides vehicle shipping to Kenya from the UK via RoRo and container, with departures from Southampton, Tilbury, and Felixstowe to Mombasa Port. We support car imports, 4×4s, SUVs, vans, trucks and selected machinery, with Kenya customs clearance handled by Azaanex Holdings Ltd, our named KRA-licensed clearing agent.
Shipping Charges Only · UK → Mombasa
RoRo — Saloon / Small Car
From £920 shipping only
RoRo — SUV / 4×4 / Van
From £1,200 shipping only
20ft Container — 1 car
From £2,000 shipping only
40ft Container — 2–3 cars
From £3,200 shipping only
Trucks / Commercial
POA
2×
Guaranteed RoRo
loadings per month
loadings per month
26–30
Days RoRo transit
UK → Mombasa
UK → Mombasa
Azaanex
Named KRA-licensed
clearing agent, Mombasa
clearing agent, Mombasa
Southall
UK warehouse & delivery
address, UB2 5NA
address, UB2 5NA
3 Ports
Southampton · Tilbury
Felixstowe
Felixstowe
Triple A provides vehicle shipping to Kenya from the UK via RoRo and container shipping, with departures from Southampton, Tilbury, or Felixstowe to Mombasa Port. We handle car shipping to Kenya from the UK for all vehicle types — saloons, 4×4s, SUVs, vans, trucks, and selected plant machinery — with Kenya customs clearance managed by Azaanex Holdings Ltd, our named KRA-licensed clearing agent at Mombasa. Whether you want to ship a car or import a car from the UK to Kenya, Triple A manages the process end to end.
Our quoted rates cover ocean freight shipping only — from the UK to Mombasa Port. KRA customs clearance, pre-shipment inspection, UK port delivery, and upcountry delivery in Kenya are each quoted and charged separately, so you see exactly what you're paying for at every stage.
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Named KRA Clearing Agent
Azaanex Holdings Ltd — licensed, Mombasa Port
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UK Warehouse & Delivery Address
Unit Z01, Canal Yard, London Southall UB2 5NA
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2 Guaranteed RoRo Sailings/Month
Plus weekly container service · RoRo from £920
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Kenya Phone Line
+254 111 81 81 81 · UK: +44 7800 648 660
RoRo Sailing Schedule · UK → Mombasa
Next Departures to Mombasa
2 guaranteed RoRo loadings per month · Container service weekly
Closing dates subject to vessel schedule. Contact us to confirm current availability.
| Service | UK Port | Loading / Closing | Est. Arrival Mombasa | Status |
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| RoRo — Loading 1 | Southampton / Tilbury | Early month | ~26–30 days transit | Open RoRo |
| RoRo — Loading 2 | Southampton / Tilbury | Mid-late month | ~26–30 days transit | Booking RoRo |
| Container Service | Tilbury / Felixstowe | Weekly departures | ~30–35 days transit | Weekly |
Exact vessel names, closing dates and ETAs confirmed at time of booking.
Confirm Next Sailing → 💬 WhatsApp for datesShipping Methods
RoRo or Container — Which is Right for You?
Both methods depart from UK ports to Mombasa. RoRo is cheaper and more frequent; container is more secure and allows you to ship personal effects alongside your vehicle.
Most Popular · Lower Cost
RoRo
Roll-on Roll-off · Driven onto vessel
From £920- Saloons, hatchbacks, sports cars
- SUVs, 4×4s — Toyota Hilux, Land Cruiser, Discovery, Range Rover
- Vans and minibuses up to standard height
- Vehicle driven on board and secured to vessel deck
- Departs Southampton or Tilbury · 2 loadings/month
- Cheaper than container — most common choice for single cars
- Personal effects cannot travel with vehicle via RoRo
Most Secure · Flexible Loading
Container
20ft or 40ft · Weekly service
From £2,000- All vehicle types including modified, high-value, and oversized
- 20ft container — 1 car plus personal effects
- 40ft container — 2–3 cars or shared load
- Can ship spare parts, tools, household goods alongside vehicle
- Higher security — vehicle enclosed for full transit
- ICD Nairobi (Embakasi) delivery option available
- Weekly departures from Tilbury or Felixstowe
- Also shipping general cargo by sea? See our sea freight service for LCL and FCL options.
Shipping Charges Only · UK to Mombasa Port
Car Shipping Cost from the UK to Kenya
All rates are shipping charges only — ocean freight, Bill of Lading and shipping documentation. KRA import duty, pre-shipment inspection, UK collection, and Mombasa clearance are each quoted and charged separately.
RoRo
Small Car / Saloon
From £920
Shipping charge only
- Hatchbacks, saloons, small MPVs
- Up to approx. 4.5m length
- Southampton or Tilbury
RoRo
SUV / 4×4 / Large Van
From £1,200
Shipping charge only
- RAV4, Hilux, Prado, Discovery, Range Rover
- Standard-height vans and pickups
- Southampton or Tilbury
Container
20ft — 1 Car
From £2,000
Shipping charge only
- Any single car or SUV
- Personal effects can travel alongside
- Tilbury or Felixstowe
Container
40ft — 2–3 Cars
From £3,200
Shipping charge only
- 2 large SUVs or 3 saloons
- Shared container available
- Tilbury or Felixstowe
RoRo / Container
Truck / Commercial
POA
Based on dimensions & weight
- HGVs, tractor units, tippers
- Buses, minibuses, coaches
- Plant machinery — quote required
Add-On
UK Collection Service
Quoted
From your UK address to port
- Collection from anywhere in the UK
- Or deliver to our Southall warehouse
- Unit Z01, Canal Yard, UB2 5NA
Cost Transparency
What's Included in the Shipping Charge
We separate every cost so you know exactly what you're paying at each stage — before you commit. No surprises at Mombasa port.
✓ Included in shipping charge
- Ocean freight — UK port to Mombasa
- Bill of Lading (original, issued to you)
- Shipping documentation and export entry
- Vessel booking confirmation
+ Quoted separately
- UK collection from your address to port
- KEBS pre-shipment inspection (£150–£250, paid to inspector)
- KRA import duty, excise, VAT, IDF and RDL at Mombasa
- Azaanex customs clearance & forwarding at Mombasa port
- Mombasa port handling and SGR levy
- Upcountry delivery — Mombasa to Nairobi or beyond
KEBS Compliance · Pre-Shipment Inspection
Does My Car Need a Pre-Shipment Inspection?
Yes — Kenya requires most imported vehicles to pass a KEBS pre-shipment inspection in the UK before loading. This is mandatory for any car import from the UK to Kenya, not optional.
What the Inspection Covers
- Vehicle age verification — must be under 8 years old at time of arrival in Mombasa
- Contact us to confirm current eligible manufacture years before booking
- Right-hand drive confirmation
- Roadworthiness and mileage verification
- Emissions standards compliance
- KEBS Certificate of Roadworthiness issued on pass
Key Facts
- Conducted by KEBS-approved bodies: Intertek, Bureau Veritas, SGS
- Cost: £150–£250, paid directly to the inspector
- Must be booked before your shipping date is confirmed
- Vehicles that fail cannot be legally imported to Kenya
- We refer you to approved inspectors near your UK location
- DVLA reg number lookup at vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk confirms manufacture date
⚠ Book your inspection before confirming your sailing date. If your vehicle fails the KEBS pre-shipment inspection it cannot be legally imported to Kenya. Contact us before booking if you have any concerns about your vehicle's age or condition — we can advise whether it is likely to pass before you commit.
How to Import a Car from the UK to Kenya
How to Import a Car from the UK to Kenya — 4 Steps
From first enquiry to collection in Kenya — here's how the process works with Triple A and Azaanex.
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Get Your Quote
Contact Triple A with your vehicle make, model, year, and UK location. We confirm shipping charges, loading dates, and estimated Mombasa arrival. We advise on RoRo vs container for your specific vehicle.
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Inspection & Booking
Book your KEBS pre-shipment inspection with an approved UK body (Intertek, Bureau Veritas or SGS). Once your vehicle passes, we confirm your sailing slot and issue booking documentation.
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Ship to Mombasa
Deliver your vehicle to our Southall warehouse or your chosen UK port. We handle all UK export documentation and load your vehicle onto the vessel. We DHL the Bill of Lading and Inspection Certificate directly to you or our Azaanex team in Mombasa.
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Clearance & Delivery
Azaanex Holdings Ltd handles KRA customs clearance at Mombasa Port on your behalf — import duty payment, port handling, and documentation. Upcountry delivery to Nairobi or any of Kenya's 47 counties arranged separately.
Required Documents
Documents Needed to Import a Car to Kenya
These documents are required for customs clearance at Mombasa. Your Azaanex clearing agent will guide you on timing and submission.
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UK Export Documents
- Original V5C logbook (UK registration certificate)
- KEBS pre-shipment inspection certificate (QISJ)
- Proof of purchase / invoice
- MOT certificate (if applicable)
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Shipping Documents
- Original Bill of Lading (issued by Triple A)
- Packing list / shipping instruction
- Export entry confirmation
- DHL'd to Mombasa or your clearing agent
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Kenya Clearance
- KRA PIN certificate (mandatory — no import without this)
- Importer's passport or ID copy
- IDF (Import Declaration Form — filed by Azaanex)
- NTSA road worthiness & registration documents
Kenya Import Taxes · KRA
How Much is KRA Import Duty on Cars from the UK?
KRA import duty is calculated on the vehicle's Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) — not the price you paid. The CRSP is set by KRA and may differ significantly from market value. Taxes are assessed at Mombasa Port by KRA on arrival.
25%
Import Duty
Of customs value (CRSP after depreciation)
25–35%
Excise Duty
Based on engine size and fuel type
16%
VAT
On customs value + duty + excise
4.5%
IDF + RDL
Import Declaration Form + Railway Levy
Free Tool · KRA Duty Calculator 2026
Calculate Your Kenya Import Duty Now
Select your make, model and year — our calculator auto-fills the KRA CRSP and applies the correct depreciation band, excise rate, and all five taxes. Also shows Mombasa clearance charges and total Kenya-side cost.
Import Duty 25%
Excise Duty
VAT 16%
IDF 2.5%
RDL 2%
KRA Depreciation Bands
Mombasa Clearance
Customer Reviews
What Our Customers Say
Trusted by UK and Kenya-based importers shipping cars, SUVs, and commercial vehicles to Mombasa.
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"Triple A handled everything from collection at my address in Croydon to clearance at Mombasa through Azaanex. No hidden charges on arrival — exactly as quoted. My Land Cruiser arrived in perfect condition."
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"Used them to ship a Toyota Hilux Invincible. The Azaanex team in Mombasa were very professional and cleared the vehicle quickly. I was kept updated throughout. Will use Triple A again for my next vehicle."
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"Shipped a Range Rover Sport in a 20ft container. The team at Triple A were very clear about the costs upfront — shipping charge, KEBS, KRA duty all itemised separately. No surprises at the port. Excellent service."
Your Car Cleared at Mombasa by Azaanex Holdings Ltd
When your vehicle arrives at Mombasa Port, Azaanex Holdings Ltd — our named, KRA-licensed clearing partner — handles all customs clearance on your behalf. You do not need to be present at the port. Many UK shippers use unnamed third-party agents whose charges only become clear at arrival. With Triple A and Azaanex, every clearance cost is disclosed before your vehicle sails.
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KRA Licensed & Named
Azaanex Holdings Ltd — named KRA-licensed customs agent, Mombasa Port
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KRA Customs Coordination
Azaanex coordinates KRA customs processing and duty payment on your behalf at Mombasa Port
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Full Port Handling
KEBS verification, Interpol clearance, NTSA sticker, SGR levy — all handled
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Upcountry Delivery
Road transport from Mombasa to Nairobi and all 47 Kenya counties — quoted separately
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Kenya Phone Line
+254 111 81 81 81 — Kenya-based contact for your recipient or clearing agent
Frequently Asked Questions
Car Shipping UK to Kenya — Common Questions
How do I import a car from the UK to Kenya?
To import a car from the UK to Kenya: (1) Confirm the vehicle is right-hand drive and under 8 years old at arrival. (2) Get a shipping quote — RoRo from £920 is the cheapest option for single cars. (3) Book a KEBS pre-shipment inspection in the UK with Intertek, Bureau Veritas or SGS. (4) Confirm your sailing date with Triple A and deliver the vehicle to the UK port or our Southall warehouse. (5) Our Azaanex team at Mombasa handles KRA customs clearance and duty payment on your behalf. (6) Collect from Mombasa or arrange upcountry delivery. Contact us to start.
How much does it cost to ship a car from the UK to Kenya?
The shipping charge alone starts from £920 for a saloon via RoRo and from £2,000 for a 20ft container. However the total cost of importing a car from the UK to Kenya includes: shipping (from £920), KEBS pre-shipment inspection (£150–£250), KRA import taxes at Mombasa (varies by CRSP, engine size and fuel type), Mombasa clearance and agent fees (typically KES 278,000+), and upcountry delivery if required. Use our free KRA Duty Calculator to estimate the full Kenya-side costs for your specific vehicle.
What is the cheapest way to ship a car from the UK to Kenya?
RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) is the cheapest car shipping method from the UK to Kenya. Saloons start from £920 and SUVs from £1,200. RoRo ships depart from Southampton and Tilbury to Mombasa. Container shipping is more expensive (from £2,000 for a 20ft) but offers more security and allows you to ship personal effects alongside the vehicle.
How long does it take to ship a car from the UK to Kenya?
RoRo transit from UK port to Mombasa is typically 26–30 days. Container shipping is 30–35 days. Allow an additional 7–14 days for KRA customs clearance at Mombasa Port after arrival. Total time from UK collection to delivery in Nairobi is typically 6–10 weeks depending on clearance speed and upcountry transport.
Does Kenya have a car age limit for imports?
Yes. Kenya requires imported passenger vehicles to be under 8 years old from the date of manufacture at the time of arrival in Mombasa. Left-hand drive vehicles cannot be imported for standard registration. Contact us to confirm the current eligible manufacture years before you commit to purchasing a vehicle for export. You can check a vehicle's UK manufacture date by entering its registration number at vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk.
What is KRA CRSP and how does it affect my import duty?
CRSP stands for Current Retail Selling Price — the value KRA assigns to your vehicle for duty purposes. It is not the price you paid. KRA sets CRSP based on make, model, year and specification, and it can be significantly higher than UK market value. All import taxes (Import Duty, Excise, VAT, IDF and RDL) are calculated against the CRSP after depreciation. Use our KRA Duty Calculator to estimate your taxes, or contact Azaanex for a pre-clearance CRSP check.
What is RoRo shipping and is it safe?
RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) shipping is where your vehicle is driven onto a purpose-built vehicle carrier vessel and secured to the deck for the voyage. RoRo vessels are essentially floating car parks — vehicles travel below deck away from the elements. RoRo is the most common and cost-effective way to ship cars from the UK to Kenya, used by major manufacturers and private importers alike. Vehicles are insured during transit. Personal effects cannot travel in vehicles shipped via RoRo.
Can I ship personal belongings alongside my car?
If shipping via container (20ft or 40ft), yes — you can ship personal effects, spare parts, tools, and household goods alongside your vehicle in the same container. This is one of the main advantages of container shipping over RoRo. Via RoRo, the vehicle must be completely empty — no personal effects are permitted inside the vehicle during shipment.
Can you ship a non-running or damaged vehicle to Kenya?
Non-running vehicles cannot be shipped via RoRo as the car must be driven onto the vessel. They can however be shipped in a container (20ft or 40ft) using a crane or forklift for loading. The vehicle will still need to pass KEBS pre-shipment inspection. Contact us to discuss your vehicle's specific condition before booking.
Can I get a duty exemption on my imported car?
Duty exemptions are available in limited circumstances: returning Kenyan residents (who have lived abroad for at least 2 years) may import one vehicle duty-free, subject to KRA conditions. Registered disability badge holders may also qualify for duty exemption on a vehicle within certain engine size limits. Diplomatic missions and UN agencies are also eligible. Contact our Azaanex team to check your specific eligibility before shipping.
Ready to Ship Your Vehicle to Kenya?
Get a shipping quote in 24 hours. We'll confirm the RoRo or container cost, next available sailing date, KEBS inspection arrangements, and connect you with our Azaanex clearing team for a complete Kenya-side cost estimate.
UK: +44 7800 648 660 · Kenya: +254 111 81 81 81 · [email protected] · Unit Z01, Canal Yard, London Southall UB2 5NA
