Document attestation & legalisation
Attestation confirms that the signature and seal on a Kenyan document are genuine, so it can be accepted abroad. Choose the document you need attested below.
- OnlineApply on eCitizen
- ~5 working daysTypical processing time
- Fee appliesPer document; confirm the rate
What do you need attested?
Pick the type of document. Each service shows who it is for, what to bring and how it works.
Academic & educational certificates
Attest degrees, diplomas, transcripts and school certificates for study or work abroad.
Civil & personal certificates
Attest birth, marriage, death and other civil certificates for use overseas.
Company & commercial documents
Attest company records, certificates of origin, invoices and contracts for trade.
Legalisation for use abroad
Onward legalisation by the destination country's embassy after Kenyan attestation.
Notarial services
Witnessing, notarising and certifying affidavits, powers of attorney, declarations and certified copies.
How attestation works
- 1Submit the originals and copies, online on eCitizen or at the mission counter.
- 2Staff verify the issuing authority and confirm the seal and signature are genuine.
- 3The attestation stamp is applied and the file is logged.
- 4Collect the attested document, or have it returned by courier where available.
Onward legalisation by a destination country's embassy adds time and is arranged with that embassy.