ServicesTravel advisories
In an emergency abroad? Arrest, hospitalisation, a lost passport or a crisis: reach a Kenyan mission 24/7.
+254 20 331 8888Find my nearest mission →
XfIGYT
Court of Arms of KenyaDepartment of Foreign Affairs
Staying longer

Longer stays, extensions & passes

Visitors who need to stay beyond their authorised period, or to work, study or reside in Kenya, apply to the Directorate of Immigration Services for an extension or the appropriate pass or permit.

Immigration

Who it is for

Visitors who need to extend a stay, or to work, study or reside in Kenya.

What to bring

  • Your passport and current entry authorisation
  • Documents supporting the extension or pass sought
  • Proof of the applicable fee

How it works

  1. 1Identify the right pass or permit for your purpose with the Directorate of Immigration Services.
  2. 2Apply on eCitizen and upload the supporting documents.
  3. 3Pay the fee and submit before your current authorisation expires.
  4. 4Collect the pass or permit as advised.

Good to know

  • Overstaying without an extension can attract penalties - apply before your stay expires.

Other visiting-Kenya services

All visas & eta services →
Entry

Entry requirements by nationality

Check whether you need an eTA, and the documents required for your nationality.

How it works →Entry

Transit through Kenya

When a transit authorisation is needed for connections through Kenyan airports.

How it works →