12. Entitlements of citizens
Official Constitutional Text
12. (1) Every citizen is entitled to—
(a) the rights, privileges and benefits of citizenship, subject to the limits provided or permitted by this Constitution; and
(b) a Kenyan passport and any document of registration or identification issued by the State to citizens.
(2) A passport or other document referred to in clause (1) (b) may be denied, suspended or confiscated only in accordance with an Act of Parliament that satisfies the criteria referred to in Article 24.
Plain English Explanation
This is a simplified summary prepared by legal scholars to explain this article in clear language. It is not the legal text of the Constitution.
This article outlines the basic rights and benefits that every Kenyan citizen is entitled to.
Key entitlements include:
- All rights and privileges of citizenship
- The right to hold a Kenyan passport and national ID
It also states that a passport or ID can only be denied, suspended, or confiscated if there is a valid law (that meets constitutional standards under Article 24) allowing it.
Related Information
- Relevant to: Citizenship, National ID, Passport