Passports in a Month: Kenyan Immigration Promises Faster Processing

The government will allocate sufficient resources to support the increased processing capacity.

In a recent address delivered in Eldoret, Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Immigration, Ambassador Julius Bitok, announced significant measures to expedite the issuance of passports. Ambassador Bitok emphasized the government’s commitment to streamlining the process, ensuring passports are delivered within one month of application.

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This initiative directly addresses the challenges Kenyans have faced in the past, including long queues, delays, and allegations of bribery. The government will allocate sufficient resources to support the increased processing capacity.

This announcement signifies a positive step towards improving efficiency and accessibility within Kenya’s immigration services.

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