Permit Class

Class G: Investor Permit

Review application requirements, fees, payment methods, and notes.

Overview

  • Original Authorization Letter for KenyaLink Facilitators Limited (if using their services).
  • Copy of Immigration Status if currently in Kenya.
  • Form 25 duly filled and signed, stamped by the company.
  • Bank Verification Application form duly filled and signed.
  • Original covering letter on company letterhead addressing THE DIRECTOR OF IMMIGRATION SERVICES.
  • Specifies company details, applicant's designation, job activities, and how business benefits Kenya.
  • Two recent passport-size photographs (not older than 6 months).
  • Copy of passport (biographical page).

Requirements

  • Certified proof of capital investment (minimum USD 100,000 or equivalent in any currency).
  • Placed in a local account in the applicant's or company's name.
  • Certified copy of registration certificate or certificate of incorporation.
  • Certified copies of Memorandum of Understanding.
  • Certified copies of Articles of Association.
  • Copies of company PIN if applicable.
  • Copy/details of required license/registration for the business.
  • Proof of obtaining or ability to obtain such license/registration.
  • ORIGINAL clearance letter from other regulatory bodies if applicable.
  • For renewals: signed audited accounts for the last tax year.
  • For renewals: copy of Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
  • For renewals: list of Kenyans already employed.
  • Submit Security Bond and Security Bond receipt after payment.
  • Once payments are submitted, the final permit will be processed and endorsed in the applicant’s passport after a few days.

Fees & Payment

  • Processing fee: KES 20,000 (non-refundable).
  • Issuance fee: KES 250,000 per year.
  • Payment only after permit approval with a grace period of a month.
  • Modes of payment: Mpesa, Airtel Money, Bank Transfer.

Notes

  • Renewal requirement of Tax Compliant Certificate for both employer and applicant.
  • It is an offence for a person to knowingly mislead an Immigration Officer.
  • Additional documents may be requested.
  • EAC citizens are exempt from certain fees.
  • Employers must report cessation within 15 days.