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Republic of Kenya Department of Immigration Services

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Foreign national registration

Extension of visitor’s pass

For visitors who want to extend their stay in Kenya.

Invoice on submission
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Who it is for

An extension of a visitor’s pass is for people holding a visitor’s pass who want to extend the time they may stay in Kenya.

What you need

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

  • Duly completed and signed online application, printed at the end of your application

  • The original visitor’s pass, and a copy

  • Copy of your valid 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 the application 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

  • Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • Printed applications must be presented at Immigration headquarters or the nearest immigration office.
  • Giving false or misleading information is an offence punishable by law.
  • Anyone who contravenes an order issued to a foreign national commits an offence and is liable to a fine, imprisonment or both.
  • The fee is non-refundable once paid.