How To Renew Your Passport In Kenya

If you are a Kenyan citizen and you want to travel abroad, you need a valid passport.

However, passports have an expiry date and need to be renewed periodically.

An Infographic Of How To Renew Your Passport In Kenya — Learn how to renew your passport in Kenya with this easy guide. Find out the eligibility criteria, required documents, fees, and steps to follow.

In this article, we will guide you through the steps of renewing your passport in Kenya, from checking your eligibility to collecting your new passport.

Table of Contents

1. Check Your Eligibility

Before you start the passport renewal process, make sure that you are eligible to renew your passport.

You can renew your passport if:

Your current passport is about to expire or has already expired, and it was issued when you were 18 years or older.
Your current passport is not damaged, lost, or stolen.
You have not changed your name or other personal details since your current passport was issued.

If you do not meet these criteria, you may need to apply for a new passport instead of renewing your old one.

2. Prepare the Required Documents and pay the Passport Renewal Fee

To renew your passport, you need to access the eCitizen portal at www.ecitizen.go.ke.

If you don’t have an account, you can create one there. Then, go to the Department of Immigration Services and choose the passport renewal option.

You will be required to pay the required fee online using mobile money or other available payment methods.

Remember the passport renewal fee depends on the type and size of the passport you want to renew.

You will also need to gather the following documents:

A duly completed passport application form. You can download the form from the eCitizen portal or the Department of Immigration Services website.
Your original Kenyan national identity card or a copy of your birth certificate.
Two recent passport-size photographs with a white background. The photographs should not be more than six months old and should show your full face without any headgear or glasses.
Your current/expired passport.

3. Book an Appointment

After paying the passport renewal fee, you will need to book an appointment for passport submission and biometric data capture at the nearest Immigration office.

You can book an appointment online through the eCitizen portal or the Department of Immigration Services website.

Choose a convenient date and time for your appointment and print out the confirmation slip.

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4. Visit the Immigration Office

On the scheduled appointment day, visit the Immigration office with all the required documents.

You can find the list of Immigration offices in Kenya online.

Present your application form, identification documents, passport photos, and payment receipt to the Immigration officer.

The officer will verify your documents and issue you a tracking number for your application.

5. Biometric Data Capture

At the Immigration office, your biometric data, including fingerprints and digital photographs, will be captured as part of the passport renewal process.

Ensure you cooperate with the officers and follow their instructions.

Do not wear any headgear, glasses, or jewelry that may interfere with the data capture.

6. Await Processing and Collection

After completing the biometric data capture, your passport renewal application will undergo processing.

You will receive a notification via SMS or email once your new passport is ready for collection.

This process typically takes a few weeks, depending on the volume of applications and the availability of resources.

You can also track the status of your application online using your tracking number.

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7. Collect Your New Passport

Return to the Immigration office on the specified date to collect your renewed passport.

Present the collection notification and your old passport for verification.

Upon confirmation, you will receive your new passport.

You should check your new passport for any errors or discrepancies and report them to the Immigration officer immediately.

BONUS

How much does an e-passport cost in Kenya?

The table below shows the passport fees:

Passport Type	Fee (Kshs)
32 Pages Ordinary “A” Series	Kshs. 4,550
48 Pages Ordinary “B” Series	Kshs. 6,050
64 Pages Ordinary “C” Series	Kshs. 7,550
East African Passport	Kshs. 990
Diplomatic Passport (48 pages)	Kshs. 7,550
Mutilated Passport	Kshs. 10,050
Lost Passport	Kshs. 12,050

Wrapping Up

Renewing your passport in Kenya is a simple and convenient process that can be done online through the eCitizen portal.

By following the steps outlined in this article, you can ensure that your passport is valid and ready for your next international trip.

Remember to check your eligibility, prepare the required documents, pay the fee, book an appointment, and collect your new passport from the nearest Immigration office.

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