Dual Citizenship

Dual citizenship in Kenya is governed by specific regulations outlined in the Kenyan Constitution and the The Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act, 2011. Here are the key points regarding dual citizenship for Kenyan citizens:

• Eligibility: Kenyan citizens born in Kenya can acquire citizenship of another country while retaining their Kenyan citizenship.
• Legal Framework: This right is subject to provisions in the Kenyan Constitution and relevant Acts.

Disclosure Requirements

Dual citizens must disclose details of their other citizenship to an immigration officer. This disclosure should be made within three months of becoming a dual citizen failure to disclose can result in a fine up to 5 million Kenyan shillings or imprisonment up to 3 years, or both.

Passport Usage

• Dual citizens can use either their Kenyan passport or the passport of their other country for entry into or exit from Kenya.
• Using dual citizenship for unfair advantage or criminal activities is punishable by law.

5. Passport Endorsement

• The non-Kenyan passport can be endorsed to indicate Kenyan citizenship.
• This endorsement exempts the holder from visa, pass, or permit requirements.
• The endorsement is valid as long as the person remains a Kenyan citizen.

6. Rights and Entitlements

Dual citizens are entitled to Kenyan passports, travel documents, and other rights of Kenyan citizens.

7. Application Requirements for Dual Citizenship

1. Completed Form 3, attested by a Commissioner for Oaths.
2. Two passport-size photographs.
3. Copy of Kenyan passport or identity card.
4. Copy of the other country's passport
5. Copy of the other country's naturalization certificate
6. Copy of birth certificate
7. Copy of Parent`s Kenyan Passport /ID.

FEES 

Issued GRATIS (free of charge)

How to apply

You can now apply for Kenyan citizenship online.

You can access the Foreign Nationals Services (eFNS) portal 

Here you can find all the information you need for citizenship and application, Alien Card, Permanent Residency, Pass, or Permit.

Procedure to Apply

1. Create an account on the Foreign Nationals Services (eFNS) portal 
2. Sign in with the account you just created.
3. Once logged in to the eFNS portal, click the "Submit New Application" tab
4. Under the citizenship services category select the “Dual Citizenship” tab.
5. Once your request has been processed, an invoice will be generated which you can refer to by clicking "Dashboard" and then clicking the "Payments" tab.
6. If you are unable to pay using one of the online modes, print your registration form by clicking on "Dashboard" and then on the "My Applications " tab.
7. Present your application with all the requirements at the Immigration office in Nairobi for payments and processing or to the Kenya Overseas Mission in the country of origin.
8. You shall receive automatic notifications via email and on your online account about the progress of your application.

Important point to note

• Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Submit the completed application and all documents on the checklist to the Immigration headquarter in Nairobi or the Kenya Overseas Mission in the country of origin.