Citizenship

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1. Application Fee for East Africans:

  • Fee: KES 50,000.
  • Ensure current pass or permit status Not Expired before submitting Citizenship application.
  • Maintain current status throughout the application process.

2. Proof of Residence:

  • Include documents like birth certificates, property ownership, utility bills, school certificates, etc.

3. Spouses, Widows, and Widowers of Kenyan Citizens:

  • Married for at least SEVEN (7) years.

4. Requirements:

  • Authorization Letter for KenyaLink Facilitators Limited.
  • Cover letter for Citizenship via marriage.
  • Application forms, marriage certificate, good conduct, etc.
  • Fees: KES 50,000.

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Citizenship by Lawful Residents:

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Requirements:

  • Authorization Letter for KenyaLink Facilitators Limited.
  • Cover letter for Citizenship as a lawful resident.
  • Reference letter, Form 9, Form N, etc.
  • Certificate of good conduct.
  • Personal bank statement.
  • 2 Passport size Photos

Fees:

  • Issuance Fees: Ksh 1,000,000
  • Processing Fees: Ksh 20,000

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    Citizenship for Children:


    ‍Who Qualifies:

    Child of a Kenyan citizen by registration
  • Section 13(3) of the Act caters for children who were born before the parent acquired Kenyan citizenship.
  • Section 13 (4) provides that a child or a person with disability who is a dependant of any biological parent or legal guardian who is a citizen of Kenya by registration shall upon an application made on their behalf in a prescribed manner be registered as a citizen of Kenya.
    • Adopted children
  • Section 14 of the Act provides that a child who is not a citizen, but is adopted by a citizen, is entitled to apply for registration as a citizen provided that the adopting parent can prove their Kenyan citizenship.

    • Requirements:

  • 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
  • Copy of parents Kenyan passport and Certificate of Registration
  • Copy of dependants pass
  • Copy of parent’s identity card
  • Copy of applicant’s passport
  • Certificate of good conduct for children 18 years and above
  • Applicants must ensure that they are lawfully present in the country as they wait for application to be finalized
  • Copy of the Police Clearance Certificate from the country of origin for children 18 years and above who are not Kenyan citizens

    • Fees:

  • Issuance Fees(Payable Upon Approval): Ksh 100,000
  • Processing Fees: Ksh 20,000

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    Dual Citizenship:


    Requirements for Declaration:

  • Authorization Letter for KenyaLink Facilitators Limited.
  • Declaration form, photos, certified copies of passports, etc.
  • Declare dual citizenship within 3 months of receiving Kenyan passport.
  • Declare dual citizenship within 3 months of receiving Kenyan passport.
  • Copy of the other country’s passport
  • Copy of the other country’s Citizenship certificate
  • Applicants must ensure that they are lawfully present in the country as they wait for application to be finalized
  • Copy of the Police Clearance Certificate

    • Fees:

  • Issuance Fees(Payable Upon Approval): Ksh 10,000
  • Processing Fees: Ksh 20,000

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    Dual Citizenship Endorsement:


    Requirements for Endorsement:

    • Authorization Letter for KenyaLink Facilitators Limited.
    • Endorsement form, photos, certified copies of documents, etc.
    • Copy of applicant's Kenyan passport or Parent's Kenyan Passport
    • Copy of the other country’s Citizenship certificate
    • Applicants must ensure that they are lawfully present in the country as they wait for application to be finalized

    Fees:

  • Issuance Fees(Payable Upon Approval): Ksh 10,000
  • Processing Fees: Ksh 20,000