Passport Application & Renewal
Kenyan passports are valid for a period of 10 years from the date of issue and when the passport contains no further space you must get a new passport. Anyone above the age of 18 years is required to present a valid Kenyan National ID card in order to apply for a passport replacement. Passport applications should be done at least 6 months before expiry or an intended date of travel.
In September 2017 the government of Kenya launched the new East African formal e-passport. An e-passport is a biometric passport which includes a chip, which can be used at the automated e-passport gates instead of having your passport checked by a Border officer. The chip holds the same information that is printed on the passport‘s data page: the holder’s name, date of birth, and other biographic information. E-passports are designed to increase security, making it more difficult to change data recorded on a passport and therefore limiting the chances of fraud.
The old passport has been phased out and is no longer a valid travel document. Everyone is required to apply for the new e-passport.
We understand that the process of applying for a passport can be challenging and that is why we are here to make your life easier by offering you guidance and support in your application.
General Requirements
- Pre-filled passport application form and receipts
- Original birth certificate and photocopy
- Original & copy of National ID card
- Three current passport size photos
- Recommender‘s ID Card copy
- Consent letter for minors.
- Old passport for replacement.