Important Updates: Revised Work Permit Charges for Foreigners Settling 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. Below, we provide insights into the updated fee structure for various immigration services to facilitate informed decision-making.A: Visa Fees
- Single Entry Visa:
– Current Charges: USD 50
– New Charges: USD 100
- Multiple Entry Visa:
– Current Charges: USD 100
– New Charges: USD 500
- 5 Year Multiple Entry Visa:
– Current Charges: USD 160
– New Charges: USD 160
- Extension of Visa after 6 months:
– Current Charges: 0
– New Charges: USD 200
- Sanction Fee for Overstaying:
– Current Charges: 0
– New Charges: USD 100
- Referral/Multiple Entry Visa Processing Fees:
– Current Charges: USD 10
– New Charges: USD 100
- Transit Visa:
– Current Charges: USD 20
– New Charges: USD 50
B: Work Permit Fees
- Work Permit Processing Fees for All Classes (excluding Class I):
– Current Charges: KES 10,000
– New Charges: KES 20,000
- Work Permit Processing Fees for Class I (Religious Activity):
– Current Charges: KES 1,000
– New Charges: KES 5,000
- Work Permit Class A – Mining (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 250,000
– New Charges: KES 500,000
- Work Permit Class B – Agriculture (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 100,000
– New Charges: KES 250,000
- Work Permit Class C – Professional (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 100,000
– New Charges: KES 250,000
- Work Permit Class D – Employment (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 200,000
– New Charges: KES 500,000
- Work Permit Class F – Manufacturing (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 100,000
– New Charges: KES 250,000
- Work Permit Class G – Investor (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 100,000
– New Charges: KES 250,000
- Work Permit Class I – Religious Activity (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 5,000
– New Charges: KES 50,000
- Work Permit Class K – Retiree (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 100,000
– New Charges: KES 250,000
- Express Work Permits:
– Current Charges: 0
– New Charges: USD 10,000
- Reprocessing Fees for Work Permit Appeals:
– Current Charges: 0
– New Charges: KES 20,000
- Special Pass (Issuance Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 15,000 per month
– New Charges: USD 200
- Dependant Pass for Spouses and Children of a Kenyan Citizen (Issuance Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 5,000
– New Charges: KES 20,000
- Dependant Pass for a Work Permit and Permanent Resident Holder (Issuance Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 5,000
– New Charges: KES 10,000
- Student Pass (Issuance Fees per Year):
– Current Charges: KES 5,000
– New Charges: USD 100
C: Citizenship Fees
- Citizenship Processing Fee:
– Current Charges: 0
– New Charges: KES 20,000
- Regaining Kenyan Citizenship:
– Current Charges: KES 5,000
– New Charges: KES 50,000
- Declaration of Dual Citizenship:
– Current Charges: 0
– New Charges: KES 10,000
- Endorsement on Non-Kenyan Passports:
– Current Charges: KES 500
– New Charges: KES 10,000
- Renunciation:
– Current Charges: KES 20,000
– New Charges: KES 50,000
- Citizenship by Marriage:
– Current Charges:
– Kenyan: KES 30,000
– EAC: KES 5,000
– New Charges:
– Kenyan: KES 100,000
– EAC: KES 50,000
- Citizenship by Registration for Widows and Widowers of Kenyan Citizens:
– Current Charges:
– Kenyan: KES 20,000
– EAC: KES 5,000
– New Charges:
– Kenyan: KES 50,000
– EAC: KES 50,000
- Citizenship by Registration for Lawful Residence:
– Current Charges: KES 200,000
– New Charges: KES 1,000,000
- Registration of Citizenship for Children and Dependents of Kenyan Citizens:
– Current Charges: KES 20,000
– New Charges: KES 100,000
D: Permanent Residence Fees
- Ex-Citizens of Kenya (Processing Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 10,000
– New Charges: KES 50,000
- Ex-Citizens of Kenya (Issuance Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 15,000
– New Charges: KES 100,000
- Lawful Residents with Spouses and Children (Processing Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 10,000
– New Charges: KES 50,000
- Lawful Residence with Spouses and Children (Issuance Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 500,000
– New Charges: KES 750,000
- Spouses to Kenyan Citizens (Processing Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 5,000
– New Charges: KES 50,000
- Spouses to Kenyan Citizens (Issuance Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 50,000
– New Charges: KES 150,000
- Children to Kenyan Citizens (Processing Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 10,000
– New Charges: KES 20,000
- Children to Kenyan Citizens (Issuance Fees):
– Current Charges: KES 500,000
– New Charges: KES 750,000
E: Foreign National Management Fees
- Registration for Foreign National Certificate (Alien Card):
– Current Charges: KES 1,000 per year
– New Charges: KES 5000
