Dependant Pass

Residency authorization for spouses and dependants of permit holders.

What Makes This Hard

Filed as an Afterthought

Dependant applications are often started only after the primary permit is secured, delaying the family's arrival unnecessarily.

Civil Documentation Gaps

Marriage and birth certificates from other jurisdictions sometimes need additional authentication that families aren't prepared for.

Overview

A Dependant Pass provides residency authorization for the spouse and dependent children of a work permit holder, allowing families to relocate together rather than separately.

Who It's For

  • Spouses and dependent children of work permit holders.
  • Employees planning a family relocation to Kenya.

Our Difference

Families Move Together, Not in Stages

We prepare Dependant Pass applications alongside the primary permit holder's own filing, so accompanying family arrive on the same timeline rather than waiting behind it.

Our Process

  1. Eligibility Review

    We confirm each dependant's eligibility relative to the primary permit holder.

  2. Application Preparation

    We prepare applications for each dependant.

  3. Submission & Follow-up

    We lodge and track each application to decision.

Why Work With Us on This

Parallel Processing

We file dependant applications alongside the primary permit wherever possible.

Cross-Border Document Support

We guide families through authenticating foreign civil documents for Kenyan requirements.

Whole-Family View

One advisor tracks every family member's status, not just the primary applicant's.

Required Documents

  • Marriage certificate and/or children's birth certificates
  • Primary permit holder's permit details

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Dependant Pass holder work in Kenya?

Work authorization for Dependant Pass holders is case-specific — speak to an advisor to confirm what applies to your circumstances.

Ready to move forward with Dependant Pass?

Speak with a senior advisor and get clarity on your next step.