Kenya•AfricaClass L Permit - Long-Term Residents
At a Glance
Processing Time
56-84 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 not in employment with 10+ years continuous residence history in Kenya under previous permit classes.
Class L permits are for long-term residents who have maintained continuous residence in Kenya for 10+ years under previous permit classes and are not engaged in paid employment.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
None or higher
Professional
Experience
7+ years
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Passport copy
Residence permit history
Copies of all previous permits showing 10+ years
Proof of residence
Utility bills, lease agreements
Police clearance
From Kenya Police Service
Passport photo
Recent photograph
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Advantages
- Recognition of long-term residence
- Family dependents allowed
- Indefinite renewable residence
- Established community ties
Considerations
- Requires 10+ year history
- Cannot be employed
- Complex documentation
- Lengthy processing
Application Process
Document residence history
Prove 10+ years continuous residence in Kenya
Gather permit history
Evidence of previous residence permits
Create eFNS account
Register on Immigration portal
Complete Form 25
Fill application
Prepare documentation
Gather all supporting documents
Upload via eFNS
Submit application
Pay fee
KES 20,000
Await approval
8-12 weeks processing
Application Forms
Class L Permit Application Form 25
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