Kenya•AfricaClass J Permit - Private Income
At a Glance
Processing Time
42-56 days
Application Fee
20,000 KES
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
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
Permit for persons with assured annual income from sources outside Kenya (pensions, investments, annuities). Not for employment.
Class J permits are for persons with assured annual income from sources outside Kenya (pensions, annuities, investments). Holders must not engage in paid employment.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Passport copy
Proof of income
Bank statements, pension statements
Financial evidence
USD 24,000+ annual income documentation
Police clearance
From country of origin
Passport photo
Recent photograph
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Advantages
- No employment required
- Family dependents allowed
- Renewable indefinitely
- Based on passive income
Considerations
- Cannot work locally
- Must prove ongoing income
- USD 24,000 minimum required
- Age 35+ minimum
Application Process
Prepare income documents
Gather proof of assured annual income
Create eFNS account
Register on Immigration portal
Complete Form 25
Fill application
Prepare documents
Gather all required papers
Upload via eFNS
Submit to portal
Pay fee
KES 20,000
Await decision
6-8 weeks processing
Application Forms
Class J Permit Application Form 25
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