CLASS I : MISSIONARY PERMIT
For New Applications:
1. Authorization:
- Original Authorization Letter for KenyaLink Facilitators Limited (if using their services).
2. Immigration Status:
- Copy of Immigration Status if currently in Kenya.
3. Church Cover Letter:
- Original cover letter from the Church describing its benefits to the country.
- Must be on the Church’s letterhead, stamped with the Church’s official stationery (Kenya Addressed Stamp).
- Addressed to THE DIRECTOR OF IMMIGRATION SERVICES.
- Renewal letters must state the renewal of the applicant’s position, signed, and stamped with the Kenyan Addressed stamp of the Church.
4. Application Form:
- Duly filled and signed Form 25.
- Applicant fills the top section of Part 1; the Church fills Part 1, signs, and stamps with a Kenyan addressed stamp.
5. Passport Documents:
- Copies of the National Passport.
- Two recent passport-size photographs (not older than 6 months).
6. Church Documentation:
- Copy of the registration certificate of the Church.
7. Applicant's Certificates:
- Certified copies of academic and professional certificates of the applicant.
- If not in English, translate and certify by either Embassies or Notary Public.
8 .Fees (For Both New and Renewal Applications):
- Processing fee: KES 1,000 (non-refundable) can be paid in cash.
- Application fee: KES 15,000 for 3 years (option for 1 year at KES 5,000 OR 2 years at KES 10,000).
- Payment only after permit approval with a grace period of a month.
9. Security Bond:
- KES 100,000 to be made with a bank or insurance company (done after permit approval).
- Bond form required by the bank/insurance company submitted to Immigration along with the application fee.
10 .Processing and Endorsement:
- Once payments are submitted, the final permit will be processed in a day or two and endorsed in the applicant’s passport.
