Immigration Law: Deportation From Keny

Section 8 of the Kenya Immigration Act provides for laws in relation to deportation.

Powers to Remove Persons Unlawfully in Kenya
8. (1) The Minister may, by order in writing, direct that any person
whose presence in Kenya was, immediately before the making of that
order, unlawful under this Act, or in respect of whom a recommendation
has been made to him under section 26A of the Penal Code, shall be
removed from and remain out of Kenya either indefinitely or for such
period as may be specified in the order.
(2) A person to whom an order made under this section relates
shall–
(a) be removed to the place from whence he came, or with the
approval of the Minister, to a place in the country to which he
belongs, or to any place to which he consents to be removed
if the Government of that place consents to receive him;
(b) if the Minister so directs, be kept in prison or in police
custody until his departure from Kenya, and while so kept
shall be deemed to be in lawful custody.
(3) Subject to this section, an order under this section shall be
carried out in such manner as the Minister may direct.
(4) Any order made or directions given under this section may
at any time be varied or revoked by the Minister by further order in
writing.
(5) In the case of a person who arrives in Kenya as a stowaway,
the powers of the Minister under this section may be exercised either
by the Minister or by an immigration officer, and this section shall have
effect accordingly.
(6) Any order made before the commencement of this Act under
the repealed Acts directing that a person be removed or deported from
Kenya and remain out of Kenya, whether indefinitely or for a specified

The Kenya Immigration Act Cap 172

CHAPTER 172
THE IMMIGRATION ACT
ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS
Section
1–Short title.
2–Interpretation.
Prohibited Immigrants
3–Prohibited immigrants.
Entry and Removal of Immigrants
4–Prohibition on entry without permit or pass.
5–Issue of entry permits.
6–Invalidation of entry permits.
7–Permits, etc., void for fraud, etc.
8–Power to remove persons unlawfully in Kenya.
9–Duties and liabilities of carriers.
Administration, Offences and Legal Proceedings
10–Immigration officers.
11–Powers of immigration officers.
12–Power of arrest and search of persons.
13–Offences.
14–Evidence.
15–Burden of proof.
16–Institution and conduct of criminal proceedings.
Regulations
17–Regulations.
Transitional Provisions and Repeals
18–Temporary validity of permits and passes issued under
repealed Acts.
19–Notice by Minister to apply for permits and passes.
20–Issue of permits and passes after notice.
21–Transitional provisions regarding re-entry.
SCHEDULE

Kenya Immigration law: Applying for a Kenya Visa

This article gives you instructions on how to apply for a Kenya Visa and other details such as where to apply,Kenya visa requirements,how long it takes to get a Kenyan visa,how to apply for a visa on arrival,and a list of countries which do not need visas to travel to Kenya.

What is a Travel Visa?

A travel visa is a stamp or sticker placed in your passport that allows entry into a particular country.The Laws of Kenya require foreigners to obtain a Kenya visa inorder to gain entry into Kenya. The Kenya visa is an official Kenya government document that temporarily authorizes you to be in Kenya.There are many types of Kenya Visas; and unless you plan to seek employment, relocate, teach, or are a journalist, you will most likely want to apply for a typical “tourist or travel visa.”

Where to apply for a Kenya visa

You can apply for a visa in one of two ways:

1. You can apply for your Kenya visa online through the Kenya embassy website before you leave home.This will also require you to mail your passport to the Kenyan embassy.
2. You can also apply in person by visiting the Kenyan embassy in your country and submit your application to them.

Kenya Visa Requirements

1. Passport( Not photocopy ) which is valid for at least six(6) months -To be submitted along with the application form.
2. Completed (Filled in) Application form duly signed.
3. Copy of flight Itinerary / Letter from travel agent on company letterhead confirming booking.
4. Two Passport size photos, 2 inches by 2 inches (NB: Computer generated pictures are not acceptable)
5. Visa Fees: (Money order / Cashier's Cheque Only Payable to Embassy of The Republic of Kenya)
• US$50.00 For Single Entry (Tourist/Visitor/Business),
• US$100.00 For Multiple Entries (Tourist/Visitor/Business),
• US$20.00 For Single Transit of not more than 3 days for travelers on stopovers in Kenya while proceeding to other destinations
• Diplomatic, Official, Service and Courtesy visas will continue to be issued Gratis .
6. A self-addressed stamped return courier envelope for Fedex, Express Mail, Certified Mail or Priority Mail with delivery confirmation (NB: UPS, Metered stamps and Regular mail envelopes are not acceptable).

N/B: To hasten your application process make sure you have fulfilled all requirements because any incomplete applications are usually returned.

Kenya Visa application form

You can apply for a visa online by visiting the Kenya embassy website or download the appropriate visa forms from the Kenya High Commission website of their country. You can also download the forms from the Kenya Airways website.

How long does it take to obtain a travel visa?

Kenya Visas are issued within 14 (Fourteen) business days from date of receipt of the application being sent by mail and courier services.

NB: Processing your Kenya visa takes days, so plan well in advance!

Can you make the process faster?

If you are in a pinch of quickly getting your Kenyan visa, there are various visa agencies that will fill out paperwork and secure a visa for you at lightning speed- sometimes even overnight but at a fee.If you are in a hustle or overwhelmed with documents,they may be worth it.

Kenya visa on arrival

Many foreigners get their visas in advance to avoid queuing at airports for hours to get a visa on arrival (VOA). Kenya has three international airports: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, Moi International Airport, Mombasa, Moi International Airport, Eldoret. In all of these, the queues are not long and they move very quickly.Kenya visas can be obtained on arrival at the airport in Nairobi or Mombasa, EXCEPT for citizens of the following countries who DO need to have a visa prior to arrival in Kenya:
Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Senegal, Somalia, Iran,Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Libya, Mali, Sudan, Nigeria, Yemen, Cameroon, Pakistan, Tazikstan, North Korea.

How much is a kenyan visa at the airport?

Currently the single entry visa fee is US$50 or £30 or 40€ and Transit Visa $20 or £10 or 15€. Please note that if you obtain the visa on arrival at the airport, payment should be made in US$ cash banknotes and the immigration officers do not accept credit cards or travellers' cheques, so you will need to have the exact amount in cash.
NB:Filling the Kenya visa application forms in advance and presenting them to the Immigration offices at the airport will save you time.

List of countries that do not need visas to travel to Kenya: Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Botswana, Brunei-Darussalam, Cyprus, Dominica, Ethiopia, Fiji Islands, Gambia, The, Ghana, Grenada, Jamaica, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Maldives, Mauritius, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, San Marino, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, St Lucia, St Vincent & The Grenadines, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Turkey, Tuvalu, Uganda, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe

How long is a Kenya visa valid?

Visas are temporary in nature and depending upon your requirements, visas can be obtained with validity anywhere from the specific dates of your trip up to 10 years.But in regard to  Kenya Visas are usually valid for six months from the issuance date

Please note that the possession of a Kenyan Visa is not under Kenya laws the final authority to enter Kenya. The immigration officer at the port of entry may deny entry if the visitor is unable to fulfill the immigration requirements and if the entry and presence of such a person in Kenya would be contrary to national interests, even if such a person is in possession of a valid visa for Kenya.