The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) processes recognition and equation of qualifications awarded by local or foreign TVET institutions, in accordance with the TVET Act.
Who Can Apply?
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Individual holder of the qualification
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Employer (current or prospective)
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Institution admitting a candidate for further studies
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Government agency (e.g., DCI, EACC, NIS)
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Court of law
Application Steps
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Download & fill the application form [TVETA/ACC/FRM/009].
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Pay the applicable fee.
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Submit the completed form and documents:
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In person at TVETA HQ, Utalii House, 8th Floor
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Or email soft copies to: req@tveta.go.ke
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Required Documents
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Signed & stamped academic certificates and transcripts
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ID/Passport (Kenyans: ID; Foreigners: Passport, Visa, Work Permit)
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Admission/Employment letter for foreigners
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Payment proof
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All documents must be certified by a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public.
Charges
Type of Application | Fee |
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First application | KES 5,000 |
Re-application (same qualification) | KES 3,000 |
Express service (24 hrs) | KES 10,000 |
Employer/other body (Kenya) | KES 10,000 |
Outside Kenya | USD 300 |
Submission
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Submit documents in person, by post, or online.
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Processing time:
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Normal: 5 working days
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Express: 24 hours
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Ensure all non-English documents are translated to English.
📩 Ready to Apply?
Download the application form (Excel file), fill it in, and email it along with all required documents to req@tveta.go.ke