Passport issuance plunges to the lowest in four years

Author: John MutuaPublished on: May 4, 2026Country: Kenya

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Passport issuance plunges to the lowest in four years

In 2025, the number of passports issued in Kenya dropped by 36.7% to 393,567, the lowest since 2021. Despite printing system upgrades and the opening of new processing centers, delays persist for Kenyans seeking to travel abroad. A shortage of passport booklets and an estimated daily demand of 5,000 applications complicate the situation.

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