Govt Orders Licence Renewal & Vehicle Sticker Application for Certain Operators
While making the announcement, the government reaffirmed its commitment to orderly regulation and compliance within the lucrative industry...
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The Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) has extended the deadline for tourism licence renewals and directed tourism transport operators to apply for vehicle stickers. The extension for 2026 licences is due to delays in activating the renewal period, aimed at ensuring compliance within Kenya's tourism sector.
- The deadline for renewing 2026 tourism licences has been extended to February 28, 2026.
- The TRA notice, dated January 30, 2026, mandates all enterprise licence renewals and vehicle sticker applications to be completed online via the official licensing portal.
- Enforcement action will be taken against non-compliant businesses after the extended renewal window closes, underscoring the government’s commitment to orderly regulation.
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