Ruto Reveals New Passport Application Timelines
According to the Head of State, the changes are part of deliberate measures to remove bottlenecks experienced by Kenyans while seeking the crucial document...
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President William Ruto has announced a significant reduction in passport processing times, stating that applications for those seeking jobs abroad can now be completed within 72 hours.
- The new passport processing time is between 2-3 days for individuals with confirmed employment abroad.
- President William Ruto made the announcement at the Ambassadors and High Commissioners' Conference on Saturday, March 28.
- Despite the announcement, current checks on the eCitizen portal indicate longer processing times of 10 or 5 working days, and some applicants still face delays in booking biometric appointments.
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