To apply for a passport in Kenya, you’ll need to follow these steps:
- Log in to your ecitizen portal, fill out the required details and print the final document from the site after the payment. Note: Fill out the form accurately and completely. Ensure all the information provided is correct to avoid delays in processing.
3. **Gather Required Documents**: You’ll typically need the following documents:
– Original birth certificate and a photocopy.
– Original National Identity Card (ID) or a valid Kenyan Foreigner Certificate.
– Two recent passport-size photos (with a white background) signed by a recommender.
– For first-time applicants, a copy of your parents’ or legal guardian’s ID cards and consent letter if below 18 years old.
– Any additional documents required for special cases (such as marriage certificate, adoption papers, etc.).
4. **Pay Fees**: Pay the required passport application fee via ecitizen paybill number provided at the portal. The fee varies depending on the type of passport and processing time you choose.
5. **Schedule an Appointment**: Visit the eCitizen portal (https://www.ecitizen.go.ke/) to create an account and schedule an appointment at the immigration office nearest to you.
6. **Attend Biometric Enrollment**: On the day of your appointment, go to the immigration office with all required documents. You’ll need to have your biometric information (fingerprints and photo) captured.
7. **Wait for Processing**: After submitting your application, you’ll need to wait for it to be processed. The processing time can vary depending on factors such as the type of passport and the current workload at the immigration office.
8. **Collect Your Passport**: Once your passport is ready, you’ll receive a notification. You can then collect it from the immigration office where you submitted your application. Make sure to bring the notification slip and any other required documents for collection.
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