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National ID

National ID (Maisha Namba)

Kenyan citizens abroad can apply for or replace the national ID card through their mission, which forwards the application to the registration authorities in Kenya.

Mission · Registration

Who it is for

Kenyan citizens abroad who need to apply for or replace a national ID.

What to bring

  • Your birth certificate or a copy of your existing ID
  • Passport-size photographs where requested
  • A police report if replacing a lost ID

How it works

  1. 1Book an appointment and attend your mission with the required documents.
  2. 2Your details and biometrics are captured where required.
  3. 3The application is forwarded to the registration authorities in Kenya.
  4. 4Collect the national ID as advised by your mission.

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