What are the benefits Road Users are paying for?
Who is exempt from paying the tolls?
The vehicles exempt from paying the tolls are the following as prescribed in the Roads Act;
NO OTHER categories of vehicles are exempt.
What are the toll fees?
| Class 1 | Motorcycles >400cc | ugx 3000 per trip |
| Class 2 | Light Vehicles (with or without trailer) | ugx 5,000 per trip |
| Class 3 | Medium Goods vehicles (2-3 axles) | ugx 10,000 per trip |
| Class 4 | Large goods vehicles and buses (4-5 axles) | ugx 15,000 per trip |
| Large goods vehicles (6 or more axles) | ugx 18,000 per trip |
NOTE: A trip is a single journey in one direction that starts from any of the three entry points on the expressway (Busega, Kajjansi or Mpala toll plazas), and ends at any of the three exit points (Kampala Northern Bypass/ Busega, Kajjansi Roundabout or Mpala Interchange).
Are there any discounts?
The three discount regimes on KEE are:
The discounts are applied for each class as follows:
| Easy Pass (10%) | Weekly Pass (up to 50%) | Monthly Pass (up to 70%) | ||||
| Class 1 | Each trip | 2,700 | Each trip valid for 7 days | 1,500 | Each trip valid for 30 days | 900 |
| Class 2 | 4,500 | 2,500 | 1,500 | |||
| Class 3 | 9,000 | 5,000 | 3,000 | |||
| Class 4 | 13,500 | 7,500 | 4,500 | |||
| 16,200 | 9,000 | 5,400 | ||||
What top-up channels are available for the Electronic Card
Cash at any point of sale at the toll stations.
MTN Mobile Money via USSD (165*4*5*6#) or MoMo app.
Airtel Money via USSD (185*4*10#).
Stanbic FlexiPay via USSD (*291#) or FlexiPay app.
Can I pay with mobile money or bank card at the toll booth?
No. This will cause delays due to increased transaction time at the booth. However, Electronic Cards can be loaded with mobile money or bank cards at points of sale.
What is an Electronic Card and how is it used?
There are three types of Electronic Cards on KEE:
The funds or trips on the Electronic Card are valid for one year i.e if a User does not use the card for twelve consecutive months, they forfeit any funds or trips that were loaded on the card.
Funds or trips loaded on an Electronic Card are non-refundable.
Where can the Electronic Card be obtained?
Walk into any of the three toll plazas (Busega, Kajjansi, Mpala) or at designated points of sale. You will receive your first electronic card for free.
What information is required on purchase of the Electronic Card?
Easy Pay Cards
Weekly and Monthly Pass Cards
How much is an Electronic Card?
| Easy Pass Card | Weekly Pass Card | Monthly Pass Card | |
| Class 1 | 20,000 | 21,000 | 54,000 |
| Class 2 | 35,000 | 90,000 | |
| Class 3 | 70,000 | 180,000 | |
| Class 4 | 105,000 | 270,000 | |
| 126,000 | 324,000 |
What top-up channels are available for the Electronic Card?
Is the Electronic Card transferrable from one car to another?
A Regular Card (Easy Pass card) can be used by multiple vehicles of different classes provided they have adequate credit for the toll.
A Frequent User card is tagged to a particular number plate and therefore is not transferable to another vehicle.
Can I top up trips on my Upesi Monthly and Weekly pass cards before my validity period ends?
Yes. You can load additional trips onto your Weekly or Monthly pass before the current validity period ends. For example, you can add 60 more trips to a Class 2 Monthly Pass even if it still has 5 days remaining; the pass is extended for another 30 days from that moment.
If I lose my Electronic Card, how do I recover another one?
Users will be required to go to the points of sale at any of the three toll stations with the required identification (National ID or Driving Permit) and pay a fee of UGX 20,000 and the corresponding minimum amount loadable to get a new card.
If my Electronic Card is damaged or stolen, do I lose the money on the card?
No, you do not lose your money or trips.
Once your identity is verified, your remaining balance or active trips will be transferred to your replacement card. Be sure to report the issue on our toll free line 0800270170 as soon as possible to prevent unauthorized use.
Is towing free of charge on the Expressway?
Yes. Emergency services, including towing, are provided free of charge on the expressway.
Where can Upesi Offices be located?
Upesi offices are located at the three toll plazas i.e Busega, Kajjansi and Mpala.
Do Toll gates ever close?
No. The expressway and its toll plazas operate 24/7, including holidays. Toll collection is continuous at all three plazas.
Is first Aid available on the Expressway in case of an accident?
Yes. First‑aid assistance and roadside emergency response services (including ambulances) are available free to users as part of the expressway support system.