How to Check, Register or Resign from a Political Party 2026

Kenyans can now easily check, register, or resign from a political party online through the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) portal on eCitizen. This digital process helps promote transparency, giving citizens full control over their political affiliations.

How to Check Your Political Party Membership on eCitizen

1. Visit the official ORPP portal via orpp.ecitizen.go.ke.

2. Log in using your eCitizen account credentials. If you don’t have one, create an account using your ID number.

3. Once logged in, go to the section labeled “Political Party Membership Status.”

4. The system will display whether you are registered under any political party and show the party name.

This step is important for anyone unsure about their political party registration or those who suspect they may have been added to a party without their consent.

How to Register for a Political Party on eCitizen

1. Log in to your eCitizen account and select Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) from the agencies list.

2. Click on Political Party Membership Registration.

3. Fill in your personal details, including your ID number, name, county, and contact information.

4. Choose your preferred political party from the list provided.

5. Submit your application for verification.

Once your registration is approved, your details are officially added to the party’s membership register. You will receive confirmation from the ORPP through eCitizen.

How to Resign from a Political Party on eCitizen

If you wish to leave your current political party, you can easily resign through the same platform.

1. Log in to your eCitizen account.

2. Go to ORPP Services and select Membership Resignation.

3. Fill out the resignation form with your ID number and current party details.

4. Submit your request for processing.

Alternatively, you can write a formal resignation letter addressed to your party and the Registrar of Political Parties. The party is required by law to inform the ORPP within seven days of receiving your resignation. Once verified, your name will be removed from the party’s register.

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According to the Political Parties Act (2011), no Kenyan can be registered in more than one political party at the same time. The eCitizen portal makes it easier for citizens to verify their political status, join or leave parties, and prevent unauthorized registrations.

Digital tools like eCitizen and ORPP’s Integrated Political Parties Management System (IPPMS) also promote accountability, protect personal data, and enhance trust in the political process.

Important Tips

• Always verify your political membership before registering with a new party.

• Keep a copy or screenshot of your confirmation message or email for future reference.

• Log out of eCitizen after completing the process, especially when using public or shared devices.

• Report any unauthorized party registration directly to ORPP.

The introduction of political party management on eCitizen is a big step toward transparent and citizen-centered governance in Kenya. Whether you want to check, join, or resign from a political party, the process is now simpler, faster, and entirely online.