Applicants must provide proof of lawful residence on work permits for a minimum of 7 years and with continuous 3 years residency in Kenya preceding the application for permanent residency. Applicants must demonstrate a strong position to make tangible contribution to socio-economic development of the country hence priority will be given to investors and highly qualified professionals. In, this framework, applicants may be required to appear in person for interview to confirm or verify these facts. Applicants must fulfill the following documentation requirements. The female spouses and children of PR holders are not subjected to background checks.                                                     

Requirements

  • Online application done on EFNS Portal, printout forms, online payment acknowledgment for processing fee of ksh 10,000.
  • 2 current passport size photos
  • Copies of all permits issued in Kenya
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Good conduct certificate
  • Copy of valid tax compliance certificate
  • Copy of valid foreigner certificate (Alien card)
  • Application letter by the applicant
  • Issuance fee of ksh 500000

Requirements (for spouse of PR holder)

  • Online application done on EFNS Portal, printout forms, online payment acknowledgment for processing fee of ksh 10,000.
  • 2 current passport size photos
  • Copies of all permits or Depedant pass issued in Kenya
  • Copy of valid passports of applicant and spouse
  • Copy of marriage certificate
  • Copy of joint affidavit of marriage if marriage solemnized out of Kenya
  • Good conduct certificate
  • Copy of valid tax compliance certificate
  • Copy of valid foreigner certificate (Alien card)
  • Application letter by the spouse
  • Issuance fee of ksh 500,000

Requirements (for child of PR holder)

  • Online application done on EFNS Portal, printout forms, online payment acknowledgment for processing fee of ksh 10,000.
  • 2 Recent passport size photographs
  • Copy of Dependant pass issued in Kenya
  • Copy of student pass
  • Copy of valid passports of applicant and parent (PR holder)
  • Copy of birth certificate
  • Application letter by the parent (PR holder)
  • Issuance fee of ksh 500,000