How And Where To Apply For A Passport In Kenya
Our current constitution gives Kenyans rights, or the privilege
to have dual citizenship. For one to get dual citizenship, one needs a passport
in Kenya. But still, Kenyans need passports while traveling in and
out of Kenya whether on business tours or any other
business. Many Kenyans go for passports when they get deals outside the
country. Okay, am cool with that but to be on the safe side you can always
apply and have your passport even before any plans to fly or travel
out come up. This will get you out of risk of delay of passport in Kenya, which
usually occurs to many people, and sometimes you may get a quick and unexpected
invitation within a short time duration. Applying for passports in Kenya is
easy when you know the procedure and the conditions required in the application
process.
Application of passports in Kenya is as simple as
many may not expect, but we all know the problem is how to apply and where to
make those applications. You have first to go to the Immigration
department in Kenya, to get a passport. It depends on where you
are in Kenya. For Kenyans in Nairobi, to get a passport, you can
go to the immigration department offices at Nyayo house. For
Kenyans in Mombasa, you can visit the provincial headquarters. For Kenyans
in any other place in Kenya, they should visit the county
headquarters and be directed accordingly. At the immigration
department in Kenya, you will be given an application form 19 which you
must duly fill out to get a passport.
After filling out the form, you are required to have
the following 1. Your original identity card plus a copy 2.Three colored
passports, with one, clearly bearing your true likeness 3. Sometimes you might be
required to produce your birth certificate or adoption certificate 4.A
recommenders certified document attesting you are a Kenyan
After meeting all these requirements of getting a passport
in Kenya, you are required to pay the application fees. The fee like any
other thing in Kenya is bound to change from time to time, but normally a 64
page Kenyan passport will cost you Ksh8000 and an East African Travel Document
can be found for Ksh 1000. If you do not require the 64 page
passport, you can apply a passport in Kenya at a charge
of Ksh 4500.
After you get the document, passport in Kenya, you should take care of the passport by avoiding nullification of the Kenyan passport. Kenyans should simply stay away from irregularities and any malicious activities which may lead you to get bans from other countries.
Application for a Kenyan Passport
It’s now easier than ever to get your passport application
done if you’re a Kenyan citizen! In this post, we’ll outline the requirements
to ensure you have everything ready before applying. Remember that applications
must be processed in person at an embassy or consulate, so don’t delay – get
started today!
Application for a passport is supposed to be done in advance
with all the requirements met. The types of documents needed vary in terms
of the age of the travellers or even their nationalities.
Requirements for Passport Application in Kenya
Below are some of the requirements for a passport
application in Kenya
Requirements for first-time applicants
- · A duly filled application Form 19 and 2 payment invoices
- · Original Birth Certificate and a copy for citizens of Kenya by birth
- · Certificate of Registration for citizens of Kenya by registration
- · Original applicant’s national identity card and a copy for adults
- · Copy of the recommenders national identity card
- · Duly filled Consent Form for minors
- · Copies of parents’ national identity cards/ Death certificates, where applicable
- · Original and Copies of parents’ birth certificates
- · And any other additional documentation as may be required
- · Payment of the prescribed fee
For a dual citizen in Kenya
- · A printed online application form 3 (Print the form after completing your application)
- · Two passport-size photographs
- · Copy of birth certificate
- · A copy of the Kenyan Passport
- · Copy of Kenyan identity card
- · A copy of the other country’s Passport
- · Copy of the other country’s Citizenship certificate
- · Copy of the Police Clearance Certificate
Requirements for a minor in Kenya
- · A printed online application form 11 (Print the form after completing your application)
- · 2 passport-size photographs.
- · Copy of birth certificate or local adoption certificate.
- · A copy of the parent’s Kenyan Passport and Certificate of Registration.
- · Copy of dependants pass.
- · Copy of parent’s identity card.
Requirements for replacing a lost passport
- · A duly filled application Form 19 and 2 payment invoices
- · Original ID and a copy for Adults
- · Personal Statement explaining circumstances for the damage
- · Sworn Affidavit to support (iii) above
- · Police Abstract for loss of Passport
- · Copy of the lost passport bio-data page, if available
- · Payment of the prescribed fee of Ksh.12,050.00
Things to note before replacing a lost passport
Please ensure you read and understand the guidelines and
requirements on www.ecitizen.go.ke and
those listed below before submitting your application.
You will need to apply for your Passport on the E-citizen
platform before booking an appointment for processing at the High
Commission. (www.ecitizen.go.ke) ·
Passport applications without complete requirements will not
be processed.
Please ensure all the requirements are met.
You must bring your original Kenyan Birth Certificate,
parent’s Identity Card, and Passport that is being replaced. Copies will not
suffice.
- · The waiting period is approximately six weeks.
- · Dual Citizens must declare their other nationality before renewing Kenya passports.
- · Those required to apply to regain Kenya citizenship are expected to await completion of the regaining process.
- · Use clear photos with all facial features clearly outlined against a white background without shadows in the background.
- · The photo should be decent & not include spectacles. The face should be 2.5 by 2 inches.
Requirements for a name change on Passport
- 1. Submit online application on www.ecitizen.go.ke;
- 2. Ecitizen pre-filled passport application Form and two payment receipts;
- 3. Original and a copy of Kenyan birth certificate;
- 4. An Original Kenya National ID card and a copy of Kenyan ID;
- 5. Original Passport and a copy (Bio Data Page) of Passport
- 6. In the case of marriage, the original and copy of the marriage certificate (Must be translated into English and certified);
- 7. In the case of an applicant who is adopted, the original adoption certificate issued by the Government of Kenya, a clearance letter from the Children’s Department, and a Court ruling or Award are required;
- 8. Change of Name through Deed Poll, one must have a copy of the deed poll and the Kenya Gazette Notice;
- 9. Original Certificate of Registration if Kenyan by Registration and a copy of the front and back page.
- 10. Two recent passport-sized photographs on a white background (2 by 2 inches). The photo should be taken without spectacles or earings, and both ears should be visible; hence no hair on the forehead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a person get a passport to take?
All other application types should take at least ten
working days to get your first Passport once your form has
been physically submitted at the Immigration offices.
Can I apply for a passport without a birth certificate in
Kenya?
Suppose you were born in Kenya but have never held a Kenyan
passport or ID card or only have a recently issued Kenyan birth certificate. In
that case, you cannot apply for a Kenyan passport or be given
a Travel Document by the Embassy.
Is KRA pin necessary when applying for a passport?
It would be best if you had a KRA PIN for the new Passport Application
in Kenya. You don’t need to worry.
What documents do I need to apply for a passport in
Kenya?
During the Submission, you will need the following
- · An eCitizen pre-filled passport application form and three receipts.
- · Original birth certificate and photocopy.
- · Original National ID Card & copy.
- · Three Current passport-size photos.
- · Recommender’s ID Card copy.
- · Consent letter for minors.
- · Old Passport for replacement.
Conclusion
With this article’s help, you can now know the various
documents you need while applying for a passport in Kenya. If you plan on
travelling, you can countercheck the documents you lack and make haste to get
them.