How to Apply for a Class G Work Permit in Kenya

Fill out and sign Form 25, ensuring all sections are accurately completed. This form is essential for initiating your Class G Work Permit application.

Obtain a signed cover letter from your employer, company, or organization. The letter should be addressed to the Director General of Immigration Services and must clearly state the purpose of your application.

Collect copies of your national passport (bio-data page), current immigration status (if applicable), and a recent colored passport-sized photo. Ensure all documents are clear and legible.

Submit a valid Tax Compliance Certificate for your company for new applications. For renewals, include valid Tax Compliance Certificates for both the company and the individual applicant.

Prepare documentary proof of capital to be invested, amounting to at least USD 100,000. This is a mandatory requirement to demonstrate financial capability.

Include your company’s certificate of incorporation, articles and memorandum, and a copy of the PIN certificate for both the company and the individual applicant.

Provide a copy of the Shareholders Certificate (CR12) as part of your application to verify company ownership and structure.

For permit renewals, attach signed and current audited accounts for the previous two years to demonstrate financial stability and compliance.

Fill out and sign Form 27, which is required for processing your Class G Work Permit application.

Pay the non-refundable processing fee of Kshs. 20,000 and the issuance fee of Kshs. 250,000 per year. East Africa Community Member States are exempt from these fees.