Govt waives ID replacement and particulars change fees for six months
In a Special Gazette Notice issued on Thursday, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the waiver is in line with President William Ruto’s directive to ensure every Kenyan can acquire and update their ID, which remains the main gateway to government services and eco..
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The Kenyan government has waived fees for the replacement of national identity cards and changes to personal particulars for a period of six months, aiming to improve access to this crucial document.
- The waiver is effective for six months, starting from Thursday, October 31.
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the waiver via a Special Gazette Notice.
- This initiative is in line with President William Ruto's directive to ensure every Kenyan can acquire and update their ID, which is essential for government services and economic opportunities.
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Government Waives Fees for ID Replacement and Particulars Change for Six Months - October 2025
The Kenyan government has announced a six-month waiver on fees for replacing national identity cards and changing personal details. The directive, issued by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen via a special gazette notice, takes effect immediately. This measure aims to improve citizen access to the crucial identification document. The waiver covers both the replacement of lost or damaged cards and the process of updating personal particulars on the ID.
