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.