Citizenship by virtue of Lawful Residence
Section 13(1) of the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act,2011 provides : A person who has attained the age of majority and capacity who has been lawfully resident in Kenya for a continuous period of at least seven years may on application be registered as a citizen if that person:-
- Has been ordinarily resident in Kenya for a period of seven years, immediately preceding the date of application.
- Has been a resident under the authority of a valid permit or has been exempted by the Cabinet Secretary, in accordance with section 34(3)(h) and who is not enjoying the privileges and immunities under the Privileges and Immunities Act (Cap.179).
- Has resided in Kenya throughout the period of twelve months immediately preceding the date of the application;
- Has an adequate knowledge of Kenya and of the duties and rights of citizens as contained in this act.
- Is able to understand and speak Kiswahili or a local dialect.
- Understands the nature of the application under subsection (1).
- Has not been convicted of an offence and sentenced to imprisonment for a term of three years or longer.
- Satisfies the Cabinet Secretary that he or she intends to reside in Kenya after registration.
- Has been determined,through an objective criteria, and the justification made, in writing,that he or she has made or is capable of making a substantive contribution to the progress or advancement in any area of national development within Kenya and Is not an adjudged bankrupt.
Who Qualifies?
Applicant who:
- Section 13(1) of Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act, 2011 provides that the applicant must have been a lawful resident in Kenya for a continuous period of at least seven years.
Document Checklist
- A printed online application form.
- 2 passport size photographs.
- Questionnaire (Print the questionnaire after completing your application).
- Permit held for the last 7 years
- Certificate of good conduct
- Letter of proof of contribution made in national development
- Proof of funds for investment atleast (minimum USD 100,000).
- Personal bank statement.
- Applicant's passport copy.
- Oath of allegiance.
- Application Letter
- Applicants must ensure that they are lawfully present in the country as they wait for application to be finalized.
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