Student Pass

1. Application Form

• A duly filled, signed and stamped application Form 30 by the institution's authorized personnel (both new and renewal cases)
• You can print the form at the end of the application or reprint it from the "My Applications" section

2. Cover Letter

• Detailed and signed cover letter addressed to the Director of Immigration Services from the institution
• Must indicate the course to be pursued and the duration (both new and renewal cases)

3. Financial Documentation

• Signed commitment letter from the sponsor (both new and renewal cases)
• National passport copy of the sponsor (both new and renewal cases)
• Proof of funds for self-sponsored students (both new and renewal cases)

4. Passport and Immigration Documents

• Copy of a valid national passport - bio-data page (both new and renewal cases)
• Current immigration status documentation (if already in the country)
• Copy of student's pass previously held (for renewal cases only)

5. Photographs

• Two recent passport-size color photos (both new and renewal cases)

6. Academic Documentation

• Certified copies of basic academic certificates for those joining Tertiary Institutions and Universities (new cases)
• Certified copies of progress report/transcripts obtained (for renewal cases)

7. For Minors

• Consent letter from the parent (both new and renewal cases)
• Copy of parent's national passport
• Copy of birth certificate of the minor as proof of relationship
• For non-boarders, attach a copy of parent's Kenya residence permit

8. Institution Documentation

• Copy of the school's/college registration certificate from the Ministry of Education (new cases)

9. Additional Requirements

• Documents in foreign languages must be translated into English by an Embassy, Public Notary, or authorized institution
• Police Clearance Certificate from country of origin or Kenya Police Service (if resident)
• Clearance letter from Department of Refugee Affairs for refugees (both new and renewal cases)
• Copy of Checklist

1. Application Form

• A duly filled, signed and stamped application Form 30 by the institution's authorized personnel (both new and renewal cases)

2. Cover Letter

• Detailed and signed cover letter from the institution indicating the internship or research topic to be pursued and the duration
• Must be addressed to the Director of Immigration Services

3. Passport and Immigration Documents

• Copy of a valid national passport (bio-data page)
• Current immigration status documentation (if in the country)

4. Photographs

• Two recent passport-size color photos

5. Academic Documentation

• Duly certified copies of academic certificates and CV

6. Research Documentation

• Copy of research permit from the National Council for Science and Technology (for research programs)

7. Additional Requirements

• Documents in foreign languages must be translated into English by an Embassy, Public Notary, or authorized institution
• Police Clearance Certificate from country of origin or Kenya Police Service (if resident)
• For minors, attach a copy of parent's Kenya residence permit if not a boarder

Issuance Fees:

• Research: Usd 100 per Year
• Student Pass: Usd 100 per Year
• Internship: Usd 100 per Year

Mode of Payment

• Mpesa
• Airtel Money
• Bank Transfer

Note

• Receiving education/training without a Pupil’s Pass is an offence (Kenya Citizenship & Immigration Regulations, 2012 - Section 30(7)).
• A Student Pass is not an authorization to engage in any employment.
• Additional documents or documents may be required.
• EAC citizens (Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi) are exempted from Student/Research/Internship pass fees.
• Applications should be submitted at least 3 months before studies begin.