Revised Work Permit and Visa Charges in Kenya
For individuals, seeking to establish themselves in Kenya for business, employment, or any other purpose, obtaining the necessary work permit or visa is crucial to ensure compliance and avoid potential issues with immigration authorities. With the Kenyan government implementing revisions to immigration service fees effective from March 1st, 2024, it becomes essential for foreign investors, employees, and professionals planning to settle in Kenya to understand and adapt to these changes.
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Below, we provide insights into the updated fee structure for various immigration services to facilitate informed decision-making.
Kenya Work Permit Processing/ Application Fee
The revised work permit processing fees in Kenya have doubled. For all classes except Class I, the fee has increased from KES 10,000 to KES 20,000. For Class I (Religious Activity), the processing fee has risen from KES 1,000 to KES 5,000. These changes are now in effect, reflecting a significant adjustment in the cost of acquiring work permits across various categories.
New Issuance Fee for Kenya Work Permits across Classes
| Work Permit Category | Old Rate (KES) | New Rate (KES/USD) |
| Class A (Mining) per year | 250,000 | 500,000 |
| Class B (Agriculture) per year | 100,000 | 250,000 |
| Class C (Professional) per year | 100,000 | 250,000 |
| Class D (Employment) per year | 200,000 | 500,000 |
| Class F (Manufacturing) per year | 100,000 | 250,000 |
| Class G (Investor) per year | 100,000 | 250,000 |
| Class I (Religious Activity) per year | 5,000 | 50,000 |
| Class K (Retiree) per year | 100,000 | 250,000 |
| Express Work Permits | 0 | USD 10,000 |
| Work Permit Appeals (Reprocessing Fee) | 0 | 20,000 |
| Special Pass (Per Month) | 15,000 | USD 200 |
| Dependant Pass (Spouse/Child of Kenyan Citizen) | 5,000 | 20,000 |
| Dependant Pass (Work Permit/Permanent Resident Holder) | 5,000 | 10,000 |
| Student Pass (Per Year) | 5,000 | USD 100 |
Kenya Visa Fees
| Category | Old Rate (USD) | New Rate (USD) |
| Single Entry Visa | 50 | 100 |
| Multiple Entry Visa | 100 | 500 |
| 5 Year Multiple Entry Visa | 160 | 160 |
| Extension of Visa after 6 months | 0 | 200 |
| Sanction Fee for Overstaying | 0 | 100 |
| Referral/Multiple Entry Visa Processing Fees | 10 | 100 |
| Transit Visa | 20 | 50 |
Citizenship Fees
| Category | Old Rate (KES) | New Rate (KES) |
| Citizenship Processing Fee | 0 | 20,000 |
| Regaining Kenyan Citizenship | 5,000 | 50,000 |
| Declaration of Dual Citizenship | 0 | 10,000 |
| Endorsement on Non-Kenyan Passports | 500 | 10,000 |
| Renunciation | 20,000 | 50,000 |
| Citizenship by Marriage (Kenyan) | 30,000 | 100,000 |
| Citizenship by Marriage (EAC) | 5,000 | 50,000 |
| Citizenship by Registration for Widows and Widowers of Kenyan Citizens (Kenyan) | 20,000 | 50,000 |
| Citizenship by Registration for Widows and Widowers of Kenyan Citizens (EAC) | 5,000 | 50,000 |
| Citizenship by Registration for Lawful Residence | 200,000 | 1,000,000 |
| Registration of Citizenship for Children and Dependents of Kenyan Citizens | 20,000 | 100,000 |
Permanent Residence Fees
| Category | Old Rate (KES) | New Rate (KES) |
| Ex-Citizens of Kenya (Processing Fees) | 10,000 | 50,000 |
| Ex-Citizens of Kenya (Issuance Fees) | 15,000 | 100,000 |
| Lawful Residents with Spouses and Children (Processing Fees) | 10,000 | 50,000 |
| Lawful Residence with Spouses and Children (Issuance Fees) | 500,000 | 750,000 |
| Spouses to Kenyan Citizens (Processing Fees) | 5,000 | 50,000 |
| Spouses to Kenyan Citizens (Issuance Fees) | 50,000 | 150,000 |
| Children to Kenyan Citizens (Processing Fees) | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| Children to Kenyan Citizens (Issuance Fees) | 500,000 | 750,000 |
Foreign National Management Fees
- Registration for Foreign National Certificate (Alien Card):
– Current Charges: KES 1,000 per year
– New Charges: KES 5000
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