How to Apply for a Kenyan Passport Online via eCitizen in 2025
The process of applying for a Kenyan passport has been significantly streamlined to improve efficiency and reduce processing time. With advancements in digital services, the Kenyan government has integrated passport applications into the eCitizen platform, making the process more accessible and convenient. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a Kenyan passport in 2025.
To complete your application successfully, ensure you have the following documents: For First-Time Applicants:
• A duly filled application Form 19.
• Original and a copy of your birth certificate.
• Original and a copy of your national ID card.
• Copies of parents’ national ID cards or death certificates where applicable. • Three recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. • Any other supporting documents as required.
For Renewal or Replacement:
• A copy of the previous passport.
• A duly filled application Form 19.
• Original and a copy of your national ID card.
• For lost passports: a police abstract, sworn affidavit, and personal statement explaining the loss.
• For damaged passports: the damaged passport, a sworn affidavit, and a personal statement explaining the damage.
• Any other supporting documents as required.
The entire passport application process is conducted online through the eCitizen platform. To apply, visit eCitizen and create an account using your email and national ID number. Activate your account via the confirmation email, log in, and navigate to the Department of Immigration Services. Select Passport Application and fill in your details accurately, then upload scanned copies of the required documents.
The cost of obtaining an ordinary Kenyan passport varies based on the number of pages. The A Series passport (34 pages) costs Ksh 7,550, the B Series passport (50 pages) costs Ksh 9,550, and the C Series passport (66 pages) is priced at Ksh 12,050. In the event of a lost passport, replacement costs Ksh 20,050.
Once payment is completed, schedule an appointment at your preferred immigration office for biometric data capture. During this appointment, you will provide fingerprints and have your photograph taken. Bring the printed application form and payment receipt, original documents used in the application (ID, birth certificate, etc.), and three recent passport-sized photographs. After biometric capture, you can track your passport status through the eCitizen portal. Notifications will inform you when your passport is ready for collection.
Once notified, visit the designated immigration office with your original ID card and acknowledgment receipt to collect your passport. Ensure accuracy in your application to avoid delays, submit clear and legible scanned documents, and attend your biometric appointment as scheduled. The digitalization of the passport application process has enhanced efficiency and accessibility. By following these steps, applicants can secure their passports with ease and minimal delays. For more information, visit immigration.go.ke or contact the eCitizen support center.
For further information on this matter, feel free to reach out to us via email at info@mmsadvocates.co.ke. You can also visit us at MMS Advocates, located at Lower Duplex Apartments, Lower Hill Road.
Written by Jean-Marie.