Kenya’s legal framework allows for the naturalization of refugees and stateless persons, although the process is highly restrictive and discretionary. Refugees and stateless individuals may apply for naturalization under the same conditions as other foreign nationals, provided they meet residency, character, and financial stability requirements. However, naturalization remains an exception rather than a widely available pathway, as Kenyan law does not offer an automatic or facilitated naturalization process for refugees or stateless persons. Applications for naturalization require approval from the Minister of Interior and Coordination of National Government, making the process lengthy and uncertain. While some stateless communities—such as the Makonde people and Pemba community—have been granted nationality through executive action, there are no explicit legal provisions guaranteeing refugees or stateless persons the right to naturalization as a durable solution.