Kenya•AfricaResearch/Internship Pass
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 12 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Pass for international researchers and interns conducting research or internship activities at approved Kenyan institutions. Valid up to 12 months.
Research and internship pass allows international researchers and interns to conduct academic research or internship programs at Kenyan institutions. Valid up to 12 months.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Bio-data copy
Passport photos
Two recent color photographs
Academic CV
Curriculum vitae
Academic certificates
Educational qualifications
Police clearance
From country of origin
Research license
NACOSTI approval if applicable
OptionalSponsor Documents
Institution cover letter
From institution outlining research/internship details
Research proposal
If conducting research
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Advantages
- Allows academic activity
- Up to 12-month duration
- Renewable if continuing
- Enables research collaboration
Considerations
- Work/internship duties only
- Must have institutional sponsor
- NACOSTI clearance required for research
- No family dependents
Application Process
Secure placement
Acceptance for research/internship from Kenyan institution
Obtain NACOSTI clearance
If conducting research, get research license approval
Register on eFNS
Create account on Immigration portal
Complete Form 30
Fill research/internship pass application
Upload documents
Submit supporting documents
Pay fee
USD 100 application fee
Await approval
4-8 weeks processing
Application Forms
Research/Internship Pass Application Form 30
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