Bus
Hino Melpha
5120cc · Diesel · MT · Bus
CRSP Value
KES 58,135,946
July 2025
Based on the official KRA CRSP list (July 2025) · figures reviewed July 2025
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KRA Duty by Year of Manufacture
Tap any year for the full breakdown. Valid years under Kenya's 8-year rule — cars before 2018 cannot be imported.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | Customs Value | Total Duty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | New | 0% | KES 23,759,020 | KES 18,472,638 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | 0% | KES 23,759,020 | KES 18,472,638 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | 20% | KES 19,007,216 | KES 14,778,110 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | 30% | KES 16,631,314 | KES 12,930,847 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | 40% | KES 14,255,412 | KES 11,083,583 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | 50% | KES 11,879,510 | KES 9,236,319 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | 55% | KES 10,691,559 | KES 8,312,687 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | 60% | KES 9,503,608 | KES 7,389,055 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | 65% | KES 8,315,657 | KES 6,465,423 |
How KRA calculated this
Source: KRA CRSP July 2025 (Excel)
Frequently asked questions
How much is import duty on a Hino Melpha in Kenya?
KRA import duty on a Hino Melpha depends on its year of manufacture. Based on the CRSP value of KES 58,135,946, total duty ranges from about KES 6,465,423 for a 2018 model to KES 18,472,638 for a 2026 model — typically 60–90% of the customs value once Import Duty, Excise, VAT, IDF and RDL are added. See the year-by-year table above for the exact figure.
What is the CRSP value of the Hino Melpha?
The official KRA CRSP (Current Retail Selling Price) for the Hino Melpha is KES 58,135,946, as listed in the KRA CRSP schedule dated July 2025. This CRSP is the basis KRA uses to calculate the customs value and import duty.
Can I import a Hino Melpha older than 8 years?
No. Under Kenya's 8-year rule, KRA does not allow the import of vehicles more than 8 years old. In 2026, the oldest Hino Melpha you can import is a 2018 model.
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