E Passport Issues Plus Old Passport Transition

🇰🇪 E-Passport Transition & Issues – Law Simplified As per government directives, all Kenyan citizens must transition from the old (dark blue) passport to the new East African Community (EAC) e-passport. The e-passport contains a biometric chip and is required for international travel. 2. Procedure to Follow by Scenario 🆕 Scenario A: You have the old (blue) passport Create an eCitizen account (https://ecitizen.go.ke) Go to the Department of Immigration Services section Select "Passport Application" Choose "New" and fill in all personal details Upload supporting documents (birth cert, old passport scan, ID) Pay via M-Pesa or card Print the application and payment receipt Book an appointment online Attend the appointment at a passport center (with biometrics) Wait for SMS/email for collection ⚠️ Scenario B: Lost/Damaged Passport or E-Passport Glitch Apply as a replacement in eCitizen Report to police (for lost/damaged passport) Attach police abstract and sworn affidavit Attend appointment with hardcopies Follow same biometric & processing steps 3. Required Documents 📁 Checklist (for all scenarios): Document Mandatory For Original ID All applicants...