🇰🇪 Kenya · General Residence
Special Pass — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €174 |
| Minimum annual salary | €174 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €182 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 6 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Application form 32 duly filled, signed and stamped by organization
- Detailed cover letter from applicant/organization addressed to the Director General of Immigration Services
- Uploaded current passport size colored photo
- Current immigration status (if applicant is already in the country)
- Copy of valid national passport (bio-data page)
- Copy of registration certificate of the organization i.e. certificate of incorporation
- Certified copies of academic and professional certificates of the applicant
- Copy of any permit or passes previous held
- Copy of any official receipt or acknowledgement for those waiting for permits processing
- Original Clearance letter (where applicable) from relevant regulatory bodies
- Copy of curriculum vitae
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.go.ke/kenya-special-pass/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €174.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Authorization issued to a foreigner who wishes to enter and remain in Kenya for a period not exceeding 6 months, for the purpose of temporarily conducting business, trade, or profession”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.