Dependant's Pass

Overview

The Dependant's Pass is issued to a dependant of a Kenyan citizen, a work-permit holder, a permanent resident or an exempted person. The applicant must evidence the family relationship and that the sponsor can support them. Applications are filed online through the Directorate of Immigration Services eFNS portal.

Eligibility

Application pathway

1. 01

   Check the route fit

   Confirm the sponsor status allows sponsoring the dependant.

2. 02

   Build the evidence pack

   Gather relationship and support documents.

3. 03

   Submit through the official channel

   File the Dependant's Pass application online through the eFNS portal.

4. 04

   After approval

   On approval, the dependant resides in line with the sponsor status and renews as required.

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