How to Apply for the Temporary Permit on eCitizen

How to Apply for the Temporary Permit on eCitizen. Applying for a Temporary Permit on eCitizen is a straightforward process that allows Kenyans to travel to East African countries without needing an official passport. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a Temporary Permit online, including the necessary documents and payment procedure.

Countries You Can Travel to with a Temporary Permit

• Tanzania
• Uganda
• South Sudan
• Burundi
• Rwanda

Requirements to Apply for the Temporary Permit

• Personal Details: Height, place of residence, country traveling to, occupation.
• Identification: National ID and copy for adults; birth certificate and copy for minors.
• Passport Photo: A recent photo with a white background.
• Next of Kin: ID numbers, names, and phone number.

Temporary Permit Application Procedure

1. Access eCitizen Portal
   • Open your browser on your phone or PC.
   • Go to eCitizen and click on “Login”.
   • Enter your ID number or email and eCitizen password, then click “Login”.
   • Enter the OTP sent to your phone or email.
2. Navigate to Immigration Services
   • On the eCitizen Dashboard, locate the panel showing “Department of Immigration Services” and click on it.
   • Alternatively, you can directly access it via this link.
3. Apply for Temporary Permit
   • Scroll down and click on “Temporary Permit”.
   • Select the applicant (self or for a minor), then click “Next”.
4. Fill in Personal Details
   • Complete the required personal details, including next of kin information.
   • Validate the information and click “Next”.
5. Upload Passport Photo
   • Upload a recent passport photo with a white background.
   • Submit your application.
6. Payment
   • You will be redirected to the payment page.
   • Select M-PESA and send the payment prompt to your phone.
   • Pay the total fee of Kes. 350 (Kes. 300 for the permit and Kes. 50 for the eCitizen convenience fee).
   • Click on “Complete”.
7. Print Documents
   • After payment, print the processed documents, including the invoice and the Temporary Permit itself.

Temporary Permit Application Fees

• Permit Fee: Kes. 300
• eCitizen Convenience Fee: Kes. 50
• Total: Kes. 350

By following these steps, you can easily apply for and obtain a Temporary Permit through the eCitizen portal, allowing you to travel to various East African countries.