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Republic of Kenya Department of Immigration Services

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Permanent residence · Category A

Former citizens of Kenya

For Kenyan citizens by birth who renounced or lost their citizenship, and their spouses and children.

Form 23 Invoice on submission
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Who it is for

This category applies to people who were Kenyan citizens by birth but have renounced or lost their citizenship, and who are denied the opportunity to hold dual citizenship by their country of domicile. Their children and spouses can also apply.

What you need

Have these ready before you apply. Incomplete applications are not accepted.

  • An application letter

  • Printed copy of the duly completed permanent residence application form (Form 23), signed and stamped by a magistrate or commissioner for oaths

  • Printed copy of the completed Category A questionnaire for intending applicants, generated when you complete your online application

  • Proof of previous Kenyan citizenship: a copy of your birth certificate, identity card or passport

  • Two passport-size photographs (a digital copy is also needed when you apply)

  • Police clearance certificate issued by your country of domicile

  • Proof of current citizenship: registration or naturalisation certificate, and passport

Fees

The fee for this application is shown on your invoice before you pay. All fees are paid through eCitizen.

How to apply

  1. Step 1: Sign in with eCitizen

    Use your Government of Kenya eCitizen account. If you do not have one yet, registration is free.

    Create an eCitizen account

  2. Step 2: Complete the application

    Fill in Form 23 online, for yourself or on behalf of someone else, and print it when you finish.

  3. Step 3: Pay the invoice

    An invoice is raised when you submit your application. Pay it through eCitizen by M-PESA, Airtel Money or card.

  4. Step 4: Present your documents

    Take your printed application and the documents listed above to the immigration office named under “Good to know”.

  5. Step 5: Follow your application

    You receive email and account notifications as your application moves through each stage.

Good to know

  • The processing fee is non-refundable.
  • Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • Printed applications must be presented at the immigration office at Nyayo House, Nairobi.
  • Each adult must apply from their own personal account. Parents can apply for their children from their own account.