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Class A (Mining and prospecting) work permit — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-09 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum investment€87,198 (≈ USD 100,000 · FX 2026-06-22)
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired

Costs

Application / consular fee€133

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months.

Documents

  • Duly filled and signed Form 25 online form
  • Two copies of detailed and signed cover letter from the employer/self/organization, addressed to the Director of Immigration Services
  • Copies of valid national passport
  • Two recent passport size colored photos
  • Current Immigration status if in the country
  • 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
  • Necessary licenses and registrations to prospect for minerals to mine.
  • Proof of funds to invest, at least USD 100,000/=
  • Current License held for prospecting minerals (for renewals)
  • Current licence and copy of PIN certificate (for renewals)
  • Current, Signed audited accounts for the last one year (for renewals)
  • Organization Tax Compliance Certificate for new cases, and both organization and individual Tax Compliance Certificates for renewal cases
  • Copy of Checklist

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://fns.immigration.go.ke/infopack/permits/classA/.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Minimum investment

“Proof of funds to invest, at least **USD 100,000/=**”

Employer sponsor
Application fee

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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 2026-06-09.

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