A passport is a document issued to Kenyan citizens by the Directorate of Immigration services and is valid for a maximum period of ten (10) years to enable them to travel abroad.
How To Apply For A Kenya Passport
- Register for an e-citizen account
- Fill online application
- Scan and upload the required documents
- Pay prescribed fee
- Book appointment
- Print the duly completed application form and two invoices
- Attached copies of required documents
- Submission and bio-metrics (on the appointment date)
Applicable fees
Type of Passport/Application | Number of pages | Amount | |
1 | Ordinary passports | A Series (34 Pages) | Ksh. 4,550.00 |
B Series (50 pages) | Ksh. 6,050.00 | ||
C Series (66 pages) | Ksh. 7,550.00 | ||
2 | Diplomatic passports | Ksh. 7,550.00 | |
3 | Mutilated passport | Ksh. 10,050.00 | |
4 | Lost passports | Ksh. 12,050.00 | |
5 | Certificate of Identity (for Foreigners) | Ksh. 3,050.00 | |
6 | Temporary permit | Ksh. 350 |
Requirements for replacement of passports
- A duly filled application Form 19 and 2 payment invoices
- Original national identity card and a copy for adults
- Duly filled Consent Form for minors
- Previous Passport and a copy
- And any other additional documentation as may be required
- Payment of the prescribed fee
Requirements for Lost passports
- 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
Requirements for Change of Names
In addition to the above requirements depending on the category
• Present a written explanation for the change of names addressed to the Passport Control Officer.
• Attach Supportive documents i.e deed poll plus the Kenya gazette notice, marriage certificate etc.
What document do I need for a passport?
- Proof of current address in the parents’ name.
- Photo Passbook of running bank account.
- Water bill.
- Election Photo ID card.
- Landline or Postpaid mobile bill.
- Election Photo ID card.
- Aadhaar card.
- Electricity Bill.