Kenya•AfricaClass I Permit - Religious and Charitable Activities
At a Glance
Processing Time
14 days
Application Fee
20,000 KES
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work permit for missionaries and religious workers involved in preaching and religious activities with approved organizations. Valid 2 years, renewable.
Class I permit is for foreign missionaries and religious workers engaged in preaching and conducting religious ceremonies. Recent amendments restrict this to those actively involved in religious activities with approved organizations.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Passport bio-data copy
Passport photo
Recent color photograph
Police clearance
From country of origin
Academic/theological certificates
Relevant qualifications
Sponsor Documents
Organization letter
From religious organization describing role
Organization registration
Proof of registration under Societies Act
Tax compliance certificate
For organization and individual
Cover letter
To Director of Immigration
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Advantages
- Fast processing (2 weeks)
- Low annual cost
- Family dependents allowed
- Renewable indefinitely
Considerations
- Limited to religious activities
- Must be with approved organization
- Organization must be registered
- Annual renewal required
Application Process
Get organization sponsorship
Letter from approved religious organization
Create eFNS account
Register on Immigration portal
Complete Form 25
Fill application form
Prepare documents
Gather required supporting documents
Upload to eFNS
Submit via portal
Pay fee
KES 20,000 per year
Await approval
2 weeks processing
Application Forms
Class I Permit Application Form 25
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