How to Apply for Regaining Kenyan Citizenship

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If you are 18 years or older and your parents were eligible to be registered as stateless persons or migrants, you can regain Kenyan citizenship through Form 1. This guide provides a clear process to help you navigate the application requirements and steps efficiently.

  1. Gather Required Documents

    Ensure you have all necessary documents ready, including a duly completed application Form 15 attested by a Commissioner for Oaths, two passport-sized photographs, an original certificate of good conduct, a copy of your birth certificate, proof of residence in Kenya since birth, and a sworn affidavit confirming continuous residence in Kenya.

  2. Prepare Application Fees

    Set aside the required fees for the application process, including the application processing fee of KSH 20,000 and the issuance fee of KSH 10,000.

  3. Create or Log in to Your E-citizen or EFNS Account

    Visit the official immigration portal at fns.immigration.go.ke and log in using your E-citizen or EFNS account. If you do not have an account, create one by following the registration prompts.

  4. Submit Your Application Online

    Fill out the required details on the platform, upload scanned copies of your documents, and pay the application fee securely through the provided payment gateway.

  5. Await Confirmation and Follow Up

    After submission, monitor your account for updates on the status of your application. Be prepared to provide additional information if requested by the immigration department.

Time Estimate: Approximately 4-6 weeks, depending on processing times and document verification

Requirements

Duly completed application Form 15
2 passport-sized photographs
Original certificate of good conduct
Copy of birth certificate
Proof of residence in Kenya since birth
Sworn affidavit of continuous residence
E-citizen or EFNS account
Application processing fee (KSH 20,000)
Issuance fee (KSH 10,000)

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