Application for Permit Class I: (Approved religious or charitable activities (KEP/I).)
This permit is issued to a who is a member of an institution registered under the Society's Act who is engaged as a missionary, Member of a company limited by guarantee, Member of a trust registered under the Trustees Act and is approved by the Government of Kenya, and whose presence in Kenya will be of benefit to Kenya.
Member of an institution registered under the Society's Act who is engaged as a missionary
Member of a company limited by guarantee.
Member of a trust registered under the Trustees Act and is approved by the Government of Kenya, and whose presence in Kenya will be of benefit to Kenya.
What are the requirements
Duly filled and signed Form 25 online form. You will print out the form at the end of the application. You can also access your previous applications by clicking here
Two(2) recent passport size colored photos (for both new and renewal)
Copies of valid national passport (bio-data page)
Current Immigration status if in the country
Two copies of detailed and signed cover letter from the employer/organization/self, addressed to the Director of Immigration Services
Registration certificate of local religious society
Proof of registration of the sending religious society in home country
Letter from the sending religious society in home country to include the following details:
Physical address
Tel. No.
Email address
Contact details of a Senior Official (name, telephone number, email address and Physical address)
Supporting letter from local umbrella religious body i.e. Supkem, Hindu Council, Sikh Union, or any other recognized local religious body where applicable
Documentary proof of training in the religious faith
Certificate of ordination (where applicable)
Academic Certificates i.e. Secondary School certificates, College diploma or University degree
Details of actual place of work:
Name (e.g., Masjid Musa, Majengo Mombasa, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Tudor Mombasa)
Documents in foreign languages should be translated into English by either the Embassy, Public Notary, or authorized/recognized institution
Copy of any previous permit(s) and or pass (es) held
Copy of registration certificate of the organization
Certificate of registration of the organization
Valid organization Tax Compliance Certificate for new cases, and both organization and individual Tax Compliance Certificatesfor renewals cases from KRA
Log in using the account you have created above to access eFNS portal
Once logged in the eFNS portal, select the "Apply now" Link
Click on the "Submit Applications" tab and select the Permit Issuance/Renewal tab. If you are already logged in to eFNS, you can click here to make an application.
After completing the application form, an invoice will be generated which you can see by clicking on "Dashboard" then "Payments" Tab. If you have already logged in eFNS, you can click here to make a payment.
If unable to pay using any of the online modes, print your application form by clicking on "Dashboard" then "My Applications" Tab (or click here to print your application). Present your application with all the requirements at the Immigration headquaters(Nyayo house), for payments and processing.
You shall receive automatic notifications via email and on your online account about the progress of your application.
Disclaimer
Processing fee is non refundable
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Engaging in any form of business or employment without a requisite permit or pass is an offence.
Application print-outs must be presented to the Immigration headquaters or any other regional offices.
Requirements verification
Verify that you have the required document/pre-requisites and you meet the relevant criteria before you apply. Click on the "Apply Now" button on your right to apply.
