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Applying for a Kenyan passport has become easier thanks to the eCitizen platform. You no longer need to deal with long queues or confusing manual forms. Here is the complete step-by-step guide to help you apply for your Kenyan passport online.
Requirements Before You Start
You will need:
- A valid eCitizen account
- Original national ID
- Copy of your birth certificate
- Copy of parents’ ID or death certificate
- Passport photos
- Payment via M-PESA, Airtel Money or debit/credit card
Step-by-Step Application
Step 1: Log in to eCitizen
Visit www.ecitizen.go.ke and sign in. If you do not have an account, click Create Account and follow the prompts.
Step 2: Open the Immigration Services Section
Click Department of Immigration Services → Passport Application.
Step 3: Choose Passport Type
Select the type of passport you want:
- 32-page (KSh 4,550)
- 48-page (KSh 6,050)
- 64-page (KSh 7,550)
Step 4: Fill the Online Form
Enter:
- Full names
- Date of birth
- Place of birth
- ID number
- Occupation
- Next of kin
- Physical address
Step 5: Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of:
- ID
- Birth certificate
- Photos
- Parents’ IDs
Step 6: Make Payment
Pay using:
- M-PESA Paybill
- Airtel Money
- Visa/Mastercard
Step 7: Print the Application Form
Download and print:
- Application form
- 3 receipts
- Checklist
Step 8: Book an Appointment
Choose a passport office near you:
- Nairobi (Nyayo House)
- Mombasa
- Kisumu
- Nakuru
- Embu
- Kericho
- Eldoret
Step 9: Biometric Capture
Take your documents to the passport office on your appointment day for fingerprints and photo capture.
Processing Time
Most passports take 10–21 working days, unless there are issues with your documents.