Kenya ePassport Application & Renewal
Complete guide to applying for or renewing a Kenya ePassport (biometric passport) at an embassy or high commission abroad.
ePassport Transition
Kenya has transitioned to the ePassport (biometric passport) system. All applications must be made through the eCitizen portal. Old-generation passports are being phased out.
ePassport Fees
| Passport Type | Pages | Fee (KSH) | Fee (USD approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Passport | 32 pages | KSH 4,550 | ~USD 35 |
| East African Passport | 48 pages | KSH 6,050 | ~USD 47 |
| Diplomatic Passport | 48 pages | KSH 7,550 | ~USD 58 |
| Emergency Travel Document | - | Varies by embassy | |
Fees are payable in local currency equivalent at the prevailing exchange rate. Payment methods vary by embassy.
Application Process
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Register on eCitizen
Create an account at ecitizen.go.ke if you do not already have one.
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Complete Online Application
Log in to eCitizen, select "Department of Immigration Services", and complete the passport application form.
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Pay the Fee Online
Pay the applicable fee through the eCitizen payment gateway (M-Pesa, bank transfer, or card).
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Book Embassy Appointment
Contact your nearest Kenya embassy or high commission to book a biometric capture appointment.
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Visit Embassy for Biometrics
Attend your appointment with all required documents. Fingerprints and photograph will be captured digitally.
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Wait for Processing
Applications from abroad are sent to the Immigration Department in Nairobi. Processing takes 4-8 weeks.
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Collect Your ePassport
The embassy will notify you when your passport is ready for collection.
Required Documents
New Application
- Completed eCitizen application (printed)
- Kenya national ID card (original + copy)
- Birth certificate (original + copy)
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Payment receipt from eCitizen
Renewal
- Completed eCitizen application (printed)
- Current/expired passport (original)
- Kenya national ID card (original + copy)
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Payment receipt from eCitizen