Applying for a Kenyan passport has become easier with the government’s digital services, but the process still requires careful attention to detail.
Whether you are applying for the first time, renewing, or replacing a lost document, the application is completed online and finalized at designated Immigration offices.
The first step is to register on www.ecitizen.go.ke, the government’s official digital platform.
Once logged in, applicants must navigate to the Department of Immigration Services portal and select the passport application form.
Applicants are advised to read the instructions thoroughly before filling in personal details.
Payment for the passport is made online through mobile money, debit or credit card, or internet banking.
After payment, the system generates three receipts and a pre-filled application form, all of which must be downloaded and printed.
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The printed documents, along with supporting paperwork, must be submitted in person to Immigration offices in Nairobi (Nyayo House), Mombasa, or Kisumu.
Step-by-step Process
Processing typically takes at least 10 working days for a first-time application and five working days for renewals or replacements, though delays may occur if information is missing or incorrect.
Documents required during submission include:
- Printed eCitizen application form and receipts
- Original and copy of birth certificate
- Original and copy of national ID card
- Three current passport-size photos
- Copy of recommender’s ID card
- Consent letter for minors
- Parents’ national ID cards (for minors)
- Old passport for replacement cases
Passport fees are as follows:
| Type of Passport/Application | Number of pages | Amount (KSH) | |
| 1 | Ordinary passports | A Series (34 Pages) | 7,550.00 |
| B Series (50 pages) | 9,550.00 | ||
| C Series (66 pages) | 12,050.00 | ||
| 2 | Diplomatic passports | 15,050.00 | |
| 3 | Mutilated passport | 20,050.00 | |
| 4 | Lost passports | 20,050.00 | |
| 5 | Certificate of Identity (for Foreigners) | 3,050.00 | |
| 6 | Temporary permit | 1,050.00 | |
| 7 | Interstate Pass (EAC) | Gratis |
For inquiries, the public can contact the Nairobi Immigration office at +254 772 246 669 or the Mombasa office at +254 708 206 206.
Upon completing the application process and paying applicable fees, applicants are required to book an appointment through the eCitizen portal, and select any of the following Passport Processing Centres to submit Passport Applications and enrol biometrics (Photo Capture / Biometric): Nairobi (Nyayo House), Kisumu, Mombasa, Eldoret, Nakuru, Embu, Kisii, Kericho, and Bungoma.
Why You Need a Passport
A passport is a primary form of identification that affirms a person’s citizenship and nationality.
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For Kenyans, it serves as official proof of citizenship, recognized internationally, and is required when crossing borders.
Without it, traveling abroad for work, study, leisure, or emergencies becomes virtually impossible.
Beyond facilitating movement, a passport opens doors to a wide range of global opportunities. It allows citizens to access international education, job markets, conferences, and cultural exchanges.
It enhances security by documenting citizens’ mobility while providing protection through consular services in foreign countries.
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Thank You The Times, for highlighting this very important matter..I have had quit some bad experiences on the matter,and especially regarding replacing a lost passport.
Kindly confirm that what you are displaying today is correct,because the amount I know of replacing a lost passport is 20000 and not 12050.
Please confirm,because many are getting fed up,or even losing hope like me when being told I have to part with 20000.
Thank You,you can find me at [email protected].
Hello sir
I want Kenya passport
I have read about the passport application and all I can say is that,there is no 64 pages passport for 7550,it was placed with 66 pages going for ksh 12,550.
When did they go down from this just last month?
34-page (A Series): Ksh 7,550
50-page (B Series): Ksh 9,550
66-page (C Series): Ksh 12,050
Hi
I need passport
Looking for job opportunities
Nice
Need for a passport
Hellow can I apply passport without the parents birth certificate (if they only have id’s)
I want to replace a passport and l don’t know how to do it online….please l need your help please