How To Pay For Parking In Kiambu County

This article focuses on how to pay for parking in Kiambu County. In 2018, Kiambu County took a step towards modernizing its payment systems by introducing a cashless method. This initiative aimed to streamline revenue collection and make it easier for residents to access various county services, including paying for parking spaces.

However, navigating this new system might be confusing for some. In this guide, we’ll explore and show you how, while in Kiambu, you can pay for parking by using USSD and MPESA.

How to Pay for Parking in Kiambu County

1.      Use the USSD Code

Kiambu County provides a dedicated USSD code, 419#, to facilitate registrations and payments for various services, such as parking. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Registration Process:

  • Enter Your First Name
  • Enter Your Last Name
  • Enter Your ID or Passport Number
  • Successful Registration

Payment Process:

  • Dial 419#
  • Select the Sub-County where the service is offered
  • Choose the service you require
  • Opt for the MPESA payment option
  • You’ll be directed to the Mpesa Toolkit to complete your payment.

2.      Using MPesa

Paying for parking in Kiambu County through MPesa is straightforward. Follow these steps:

  • Go to the MPesa menu.
  • Select “Lipa na MPesa.”
  • Choose “Pay Bill.”
  • Enter the Kiambu County government business number “868822.”
  • Use your vehicle registration number as the account number.
  • Enter the amount and your MPesa PIN to complete the transaction.

3.      Online Payment Using KiambuPay

Kiambu County is in the process of introducing an online payment platform called KiambuPay. Same as the USSD, this platform aims to provide residents and visitors with a convenient way to pay for various services, including parking. Although the platform is already accessible online, it is currently undergoing further development to enhance its features and functionality.

In the future, KiambuPay is expected to streamline the process of paying for parking, offering an efficient and user-friendly online payment solution for the community. Keep an eye out for updates on the platform’s development to take advantage of this convenient service when it becomes fully operational.

Kiambu County Parking Hours

Kiambu County requires that motorists pay parking fees on weekdays. However, parking is free on Saturdays starting from 2:00 PM, the entire Sunday, and during public holidays.

Kiambu County Parking Charges

Parking charges in Kiambu County vary depending on the vehicle type and the specific town where parking is used. Check out the charges below. Note that all charges are in Kenyan shillings

Street Parking Charges

 Daily Parking Charges

Thika Ruiru Kiambu Kikuyu Ruaka Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 100
Omnibus/Omni truck 200
Bus/transport truck 250
Truck with trailer 400

Other Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 50
Omnibus/Omni truck 100
Bus/transport truck 150
Truck with trailer 300

Monthly Parking Charges

Thika Ruiru Kiambu Kikuyu Ruaka Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 2000
Omnibus/Omni truck 4000
Bus/transport truck 5000
Truck with trailer 8000

Other Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 1000
Omnibus/Omni truck 1500
Bus/transport truck 2500
Truck with trailer 4000

 Quarterly Parking Charges

Thika Ruiru Kiambu Kikuyu Ruaka Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 5,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 11,000
Bus/transport truck 14,000
Truck with trailer 20,000

Other Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 3,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 7,000
Bus/transport truck 8,000
Truck with trailer 15,000

 

Reserved Parking Charges

 Quarterly Parking Charges

Thika Ruiru Kiambu Kikuyu Ruaka Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 15,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 18,000
Bus/transport truck 20,000
Truck with trailer 30,000

Other Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 10,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 15,000
Bus/transport truck 18,000
Truck with trailer 25,000

Half-Yearly Parking Charges

Thika Ruiru Kiambu Kikuyu Ruaka Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 28,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 32,000
Bus/transport truck 38,000
Truck with trailer 55,000

Other Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 18,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 28,000
Bus/transport truck 34,000
Truck with trailer 48,000

Annual Parking Charges

Thika, Ruiru, Kiambu, Kikuyu, Ruaka Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 50,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 60,000
Bus/transport truck 70,000
Truck with trailer 100,000

Other Towns

Saloon/Pick Up 35,000
Omnibus/Omni truck 54,000
Bus/transport truck 64,000
Truck with trailer 90,000

Bottomline

Feel free to use either the USSD code or MPesa to make your parking payments hassle-free every time you are in Kiambu County.

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