NRB
To contribute to National Security, Socio-economic and Political Development of the Country by
Identifying, Registering and Issuing Identity Cards to Kenyan Citizens of age 18 years or over, and to
maintain a Comprehensive Register for use by Stakeholders and other Authorized Agencies.
To be a leading provider of Secure Identification Services in the Region.
- Committed to Customer Satisfaction.
- Act Ethically and with High Integrity.
- Be Fair, Impartial and Accountable.
- Committed to Teamwork.
- Be a Model of Excellence.
- Value for Money.
- To be Pro-active, Responsible, Discerning and
- Result Oriented.
- Respect for Human Rights and Adherence to Rule of Law.
- Identification and Registration of Kenyan Citizens above the age of 18 years.
- Production and Issuance of Secure Identification Documents.
- Management of a Comprehensive Database of all Registered Persons.
- Detection and Prevention of Illegal registration.
Dr. Christopher Wanjau
Secretary - National Registration Bureau
First time ID registration
This is primarily for those who have just turned 18.
Requirements are;
- Birth Certificate – Original and a copy
- Either Parents’ ID Card Copy
- Academic Certificate – To ensure we get your name right
- This service is offered Free of charge.
- A detailed list of requirements is available here;
Duplicate ID registration
This is when you lose your ID or it gets old and mutilated.
- A police Abstract or letter from an administrator
- Ksh. 1,050 which is the fee for this application and is paid via eCitizen
Change of particulars
This can be change of surname due to marriage or change of name to incorporate changed beliefs.
Requirements are;
- Marriage certificate or Divorce decree
- Deed poll and Gazette Notice
- Sworn Affidavit
- The prescribed fee of Ksh. 1,050 which is paid via eCitizen.
A detailed list of all Requirements for Change of Particulars Applications can be found here.
No, you have to appear in person before the Registrar in order to apply for an ID Card.
Maisha Card is the Third Generation National ID
Maisha Card now replaces the 2nd Generation ID
All Kenyans aged 18 and over are eligible for Registration and issuance of a Maisha Card
You can apply for a Maisha Card by visiting any Registration Office or Huduma Centre closest to you.
Yes, there is a fee for issuance of the Maisha Card. The prescribed fee for a First time ID/Maisha Card is Ksh. 300 while a Duplicate Maisha Card attracts a fee of Ksh. 1,050.
You should report the loss of your Maisha card at the police station and receive a police abstract.
View other frequently asked questions here