ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION (eTA)

Following the Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 1 dated 02  January, 2024 on Kenyan Citizenship and Immigration, the Government has developed a digital platform http://www.etakenya.go.ke that will identify travelers to Kenya in advance.


All visitors including infants and children who intend to travel to the Republic of Kenya must have an approved Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before the start of their journey.


For telephone enquiries, the Directorate of Immigration and Citizen Services can be contacted on the following numbers:

+2541109222062, +254110922063, +254110922064, +254112620512 or +254112620693.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC


EFFECTIVE MONDAY, 18TH DECEMBER 2023, DOCUMENTS FOR AUTHENTICATION ARE TO BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AND DIASPORA  AFFAIRS ONLINE PLATFORM https://mfa.ecitizen.go.ke/ 


MISSION NEWS AND EVENTS

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF RECEPTIONIST


13 October 2023


Applications are invited for qualified persons resident in Australia for the position of Receptionist, at the High Commission of the Republic of Kenya in Canberra....  Read more>>>


Click HERE for the application form.

SEZA Request for Expression of Interest


24 February 2023


The Special Economic Zones Authority of Kenya (SEZA) - Request for Expression of Interest in Investing in Dongo Kundu (Mombasa) and Naivasha Special Economic Zones in Kenya. (Click here) to download details.




VACANCY FOR THE POST OF DRIVER
08 May 2023
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the position of Driver at the High Commission of the Republic of Kenya...Read More>>>
Click HERE for the Application Form.

VACANCY AT THE COMMONWEALTH SECRETARIAT
21 December 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for the positions of Political Officer -Africa and Political Adviser, at the Commonwealth Secretariat...Read more>>

VACANCY AT THE UNITED NATIONS EDUCATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATION (UNESCO)
19 December 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for Director, UNESCO Regional Multisectoral Office in Bangkok & UNESCO Representative to Thailand, Myanmar, Lao People's Democratic Republic & Singapore...Read more>>

VACANCY AT THE WORLD METEOROLOGICAL ORGANISATION (WMO)
23 August 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for a Conference Service Officer at the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) ....Read more>>

VACANCY AT THE UNITED NATIONS EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATION (UNESCO)
11 August 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for a Director, UNESCO Office in New Delhi, India & UNESCO Representative to India, Bhutan, Maldives and Sri Lanka....Read more>>>

VACANCY AT THE WORLD INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ORGANIZATION (WIPO)
11 August 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for a Conference Manager at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) ....Read more>>>

VACANCY AT THE ORGANIZATION FOR PROHIBITION OF CHEMICAL WEAPONS (OPCW)
22nd July 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for a Head, Talent Acquisition Position at the Organization for Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)...Read More>>>


VACANCY AT THE WORLD METEOROLOGICAL ORGANIZATION (WMO)
11th March 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for a Director Cabinet Position at the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)...Read More>>>

VACANCY FOR VARIOUS POSITIONS AT THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION
22nd February 2022
Applications are invited from qualified Kenyans for various positions at the World Health Organization...Read More>>>

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF RECEPTIONIST/ CONSULAR CLERK
4th February 2022
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the position of Receptionist/ Consular Clerk at the High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya...Read More>>>
Click HERE for the Application Form

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF HOUSEKEEPER
4th February 2022
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the position of Housekeeper at the Residence of the High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya...Read More>>>
Click HERE for the Application Form

PAYMENT SYSTEM FOR E-VISA 
24th December 2021
Following complaints arising from failure in Evisa payments, the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government through the State Department for Interior and Citizen Services has clarified the following:
1. The payments for Evisa are sometimes declined due to insufficient funds or restrictions by the applicant’s bank.
2. The 3D secure protection/ restriction that had been enforced was removed on 9th November 2021, following complaints from applicants. Users are now required to use visa/ master card to make payments
In order to address any other challenges, the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government, through the office of the Director General has dedicated a mobile phone number +254110922062 and Email: evisa@immigration.go.ke for payment queries and to assist applicants who may experience difficulties while making payments. 


CLOSURE OF THE MISSION DURING CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR HOLIDAYS
14th December 2021
The High Commission will be closed from 24th December 2021 to 3rd January 2022 in observance of Christmas and New Year Holidays. Normal business will resume on Tuesday, 4th January 2022. 
Any requests requiring action for this year must be received by Friday 17th December 2021.
Below are the Emergency Contacts for the High Commission during the Christmas and New Year Break:
- CALL: +61 477 694 068
We wish all our clients Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.


COMMENCEMENT OF ISSUANCE OF e-PASSPORT 
19th October 2021
From 1st November 2021, the Kenya High Commission in Canberra will be receiving passport applications for the issuance of the East African Community biometric passport (e-Passport).
For more information, please refer to passport section of the website.


DIASPORA WEBINAR INVITATION BY CO-OPERATIVE BANK OF KENYA
14th October 2021
The Co-operative Bank of Kenya is inviting Kenyan Diaspora to a Zoom webinar
When: October 15, 2021 
Time: 04:00 PM Kenya|| 02:00 PM UK|| 08:00 AM Central Time, USA|| 06:00 AM Pacific Time, USA|| 09:00 PM Perth, Australia|| 11:00 PM Sydney, Australia
Topic: How to Buy and Own a Home in Kenya While in the Diaspora: Home Buying Process, Building Tips and Mortgage Financing Options
Register in advance for this webinar:
Meeting ID: 942 4466 6455
Meeting Password: 526771
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.


KENYA REVENUE AUTHORITY 7TH ANNUAL TAX SUMMIT
12th October 2021
To all Kenya Diaspora in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Island Countries,
Please find below the login credentials for the 7th Annual Tax Summit:
Date: 13th and 14th October 2021
Time: 0900 – 1700hrs EAT


KENYA REVENUE AUTHORITY 7TH ANNUAL TAX SUMMIT
30th September 2021
The High Commission wishes to notify all Kenya Diaspora in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Island Countries, that the Kenya Revenue Authority will be hosting the 7th Annual Tax Summit from October 13 – 14, 2021 on the theme Revenue Mobilisation within a Rapidly Evolving Taxation Landscape: Global Trends, Analyses & Resolutions.
The summit brings together stakeholders from various tax administrations, private sector, policy experts, academia, media and civil society, to deliberate on solutions for tax challenges affecting tax administrations in Africa. The summit credentials will be communicated once received.
Kenyans in the Diaspora are invited to participate in the Summit.

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF DRIVER
15th July 2021
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the position of Driver at the High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya...Read More>>>
Click HERE for the Application Form.

PUBLIC NOTICE: INVITATION TO TENDER
14th July 2021
The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperatives, State Department for Fisheries, Aquaculture and Blue Economy of the Republic of Kenya has advertised for an international tender for construction of Ultra-Modern Tuna Fish Hub at Liwatoni, Mombasa, Kenya >>>Read Tender Advert.
The guidelines and tender documents are available electronically through the Ministry’s website www.kilimo.go.ke and the Public Procurement Information Portal (PPIP) https://www.tenders.go.ke/

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF CHEF/ COOK
7th July 2021
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the position of Chef/ Cook at the Residence of the High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya...Read More>>>

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF HOUSEKEEPER
7th July 2021
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the position of Housekeeper at the Residence of the High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya...Read More>>>

PUBLIC NOTICE
RAPID RESULTS INITIATIVE (RRI) FOR THE ISSUANCE OF CITIZENSHIP AND PERMANENT RESIDENCE
26th June 2021
The Government of the Republic of Kenya, through the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government, has launched a Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) to clear backlog of applications for Citizenship and Permanent Residence applications. The programme commenced on 2nd June 2021 and will end on 31st July 2021.

RRI targets the following groups:
(i) Kenyan citizens who hold dual citizenship.
(ii) Kenyans who had renounced or lost their Kenyan Citizenship before promulgation of the new constitution.
(iii) Spouses of Kenyan citizens. 
(iv) Investors who had applied for Citizenship and Permanent Residence.

To apply for Kenyan Citizenship or Permanent Residence, applications are submitted online on https://fns.immigration.go.ke. Citizenship applications can also be emailed directly to: kenya.citizenship@immigration.go.ke
After application, hard copies should be submitted to Kenya High Commission, Canberra for onward transmission to Immigration Headquarters – Nairobi.
For further inquiries, applicants can use the following dedicated Mobile Numbers:
 Citizenship; +254 114 650 641
 Permanent Residence; +254 113 599 840

CONTACT FOR HUDUMA NAMBA SECRETARIAT
22nd June 2021
The High Commission wishes to notify all Kenya Diaspora in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Island Countries that the Huduma Namba Secretariat has since operationalised the following email for use by the Diaspora Community for enquiries: diaspora@hudumanamba.go.ke  

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF DRIVER
21st April 2021
Click HERE for the Application Form

VACANCY FOR THE POST OF HOUSEKEEPER
21st April 2021
Click HERE for the Application Form


VACANCY FOR THE POST OF CHEF/ COOK
6th April 2021
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ROLL-OUT OF THE KENYA DIASPORA REMITTANCES SURVEY
6th April 2021
Further to the earlier notification on the upcoming Kenya Diaspora Remittances Survey, the High Commission wishes to inform all Kenya Diaspora that the Survey was rolled out on 19th March 2021 and will run up to 17th May 2021.
The survey questionnaire is accessible through the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DiasporaRemittancesSurvey
The survey advert is also accessible on the Central Bank of Kenya website: https://www.centralbank.go.ke
The High Commission requests all Kenya Diaspora in Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Island Countries to participate in this brief online survey that will take about 15 minutes to complete. 
Any information and/ or clarification on the survey should be directed to the High Commission’s email address at: khc-canberra@kenya.asn.au for onward transmission to the relevant focal point in Nairobi.



Click HERE for the Application Form


THE OFFICIAL KENYA E-VISA PORTAL
22nd March 2021
The Government of Kenya implemented 100% e-visa on 1st January 2021, an implication that Foreign Nationals seeking to visit Kenya are expected to apply online and be issued with e-visa prior to their travel.
The Official e-Visa website is www.evisa.go.ke and the official email address for the Directorate of Immigration Services is evisa@immigration.go.ke
For telephone enquiries, the Directorate can be contacted on the following numbers:
Monday to Friday 8:00a.m. to 5:00pm
+2541109222062, +254110922063, or +254110922064 
After hours and on weekends
+254112620512 or +254112620693.




NOTIFICATION ON THE UPCOMING KENYA DIASPORA REMITTANCES SURVEY
12th March 2021
The High Commission wishes to notify all Kenya Diaspora in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Island Countries that the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), in collaboration with the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), is planning to conduct an online Diaspora Remittances Survey (DRS) in March/ April 2021.
The survey aims at collecting information on remittances inflows to Kenya, establishing the efficiency and cost of the remittance channels, usage of the remittances received as well as the challenges facing Kenyans in the diaspora in their endeavour to remit cash or non-cash transfers. The survey results will be important in informing the design of policy interventions aimed at removing bottlenecks and mitigating challenges facing Kenyans in the diaspora as they remit funds.
The survey questionnaire will be made accessible through a link on the Central Bank website: https://www.centralbank.go.ke, which will also be available in the Mission’s website.
The information shared in the survey will be treated with utmost confidentiality and will only be released in aggregate form. No individual responses will go into the survey report.
Further information on the survey will be communicated once the Central Bank fully rolls out the exercise in the coming weeks.
Any information and/ or clarification on the survey should be directed to the High Commission’s email address at: khc-canberra@kenya.asn.au for onward transmission to the relevant focal point in Nairobi.


INFORMATION ON TAX AND CUSTOMS MATTERS FOR KENYANS IN THE DIASPORA
2nd March 2021
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has developed content sets on tax and customs matters to support the Kenyan Diaspora and returning residents to improve tax compliance. KRA has also established the following communication channels for use by Kenyans in the Diaspora to enhance customer experience:
Email: martin.mokaya@kra.go.ke or ird@kra.go.ke
Tel: +254 20 281 5103 or +254 20 281 5119
For more details, refer to the following documents:


DEADLINE EXTENSION FOR MIGRATION TO SECOND GENERATION E-PASSPORT
5th February 2021
The Government of the Republic of Kenya has extended the deadline for voiding the old passport by a further 10 months from 1st March 2021 to December 31, 2021. For avoidance of any doubt, Kenyans with dark blue passport will NOT be able to travel internationally as from 1st January 2022. 
For more details, click: Press Statement


RECRUITMENT OF OFFICE ASSISTANT/ DRIVER
4th February 2021
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the position of Office Assistant/ Driver at the High Commission of the Republic of Kenya. Refer to the following for details and application for the post:

IMPLEMENTATION OF 100% E-VISA FOR KENYA 
31st December 2020
The Government of the Republic of Kenya,  in consultations with relevant stakeholders, has resolved to fully automate issuance of visas with effect from 1st January 2021. 
Subsequently, all applications for Kenyan Visas will be processed, paid and issued online from 1st January 2021. 
The e-visa can be obtained through www.evisa.go.ke portal.


CLOSURE OF THE MISSION DURING CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR PERIOD
14th December 2020
The High Commission will be closed for Christmas and New Year Period from Wednesday 23rd December 2020 to Friday 1st January 2021. Normal business will resume on Monday, 4th January 2021. 
Emergency Contacts: 
- Call: +61 477 694 068
We wish all our clients Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.


COVID-19 TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS FOR KENYA
30th September 2020
All travellers to Kenya are required to fill and submit Travelers Health Surveillance Form. The form must be filled online at: https://ears.health.go.ke/airline_registration/
For more information on COVID-19 protocols in place at airports in Kenya, please click: https://www.kaa.go.ke/airports/covid-19-measures/
For updated list of quarantine exempted States, please click: https://www.kcaa.or.ke/quarantine-exempted-states


PROTOCOL FOR AIR TRAVEL OPERATIONS TO KENYA DURING THE COVID-19 PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS
6th August 2020
Following the announcement of resumption of International Air Travel to Kenya from 1st August 2020, the Government of the Republic of Kenya, in consultations with relevant stakeholders, has developed a Protocol for Air Travel Operations to Kenya during the COVID-19 Public Health Crisis. The protocol seeks to provide guidelines to ensure that air travel remains safe during the pandemic for domestic and international flights. 
All arriving passengers on international flights whose body temperature is NOT above 37.5 degrees Celsius (99.5F); do NOT have a persistent cough, difficulty in breathing or other flu-like symptoms; have negative PCR based COVID-19 test carried out within 96 hours before travel and are from countries considered low to medium risk COVID-19 transmission areas shall be exempt from quarantine.
Those required to quarantine will do so at Government designated facility or at their home subject to prevailing guidelines.
For more details, refer to the following documents:
Review of countries from which travellers will not be required to be quarantined upon arrival will be undertaken by Ministry of Health on day to day basis. 


KENYA’S CANDIDATURE FOR DIRECTOR GENERAL OF THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION
11th July 2020
The High Commission wishes to inform that the Government of the Republic of Kenya has presented the candidature of Amb. (Dr.) Amina C. Mohamed, E.G.H., CAV, for Director General of the World Trade Organization.
Ambassador Mohamed has served Kenya and international community with distinction for more than 30 years and has held senior positions both at home and in international institutions. Ambassador Mohamed has made exceptional contributions to international trade governance, like chairing the first WTO Ministerial Conference to be held in Africa and steering the meeting to a successful conclusion. 
For more details, please click on the following links:


COVID-19: GOVERNMENT OF KENYA ANNOUNCES A PHASED RE-OPENING OF THE COUNTRY (UPDATED ON 6TH JULY 2020)
7th July 2020
The High Commission of the Republic of Kenya wishes to inform that the Government of Kenya has announced a phased re-opening of the country as follows:
1. THAT International Air Travel into and out of the Territory of the Republic of Kenya shall resume effective 1st August, 2020; in strict conformity with all protocols from the Ministry of Health, local and international civil aviation authorities, and any additional requirements applicable at the ports of departure, arrival or transit.
2. THAT, Local Air Travel within the Territory of the Republic of Kenya shall resume effective Wednesday, 15th July 2020, in strict conformity with all applicable guidelines and protocols from both the Ministry of Health and civil aviation authorities.
3. THAT the cessation of movement into and out of the Nairobi Metropolitan Area, Mombasa County and Mandera County, that is currently in force, shall lapse at 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 7th July 2020.
4. THAT the Nationwide Curfew that is currently in force between the hours of 9:00pm and 4:00am daily, be and is hereby extended by a further 30 days.


KENYA SECURES UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL SEAT FOR 2021-2022
19th June 2020
The High Commission wishes to express its profound gratitude and appreciation to all countries in Australasia and Pacific Region for their encouragement and support that enabled Kenya to secure the UN Security Council seat for 2021-2022. 
Kenya assures that during her stint at the United Nations Security Council, it shall make a positive contribution for the advancement of global peace and security and attainment of sustainable development. 


KENYA’S BID FOR THE UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL 2021-2022
11th June 2020
On 17th June 2020, the 193 United Nations member States will elect 5 states to take up the Non-Permanent seats at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the period 2021-22. Kenya will be on the ballot vying for the single seat available for Africa having been endorsed by the African Union in August, 2019 as the AU Candidate for the position. 
The High Commission appreciates all the encouragement and support for Kenya’s Candidature for a Non-Permanent Seat at the United Nations Security Council for the 2021-2022 Term.
The High Commission wishes to share the following information on Kenya’s Bid for the United Nations Security Council.


KENYA GOVERNMENT ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES TO COMBAT COVID-19 PANDEMIC (ANNOUNCED ON 6TH JUNE 2020)
 7TH JUNE 2020.
 Due to the evolving nature of the disease globally, international travel restrictions have been extended. In the meantime, the Ministry of Transport has been directed to engage all Key Stakeholders and develop protocols to guide resumption of local air travel. 
 The ban on all forms of gatherings, including but not limited to political gatherings, social gatherings, including bars has been extended for a further 30 days. 
 Due to the increase in patterns of infections, the cessation of movement into and out of the Nairobi Metropolitan Area, Mombasa and Mandera has been further extended by 30 days. 
 In view of the successful containment of the disease in the Counties of Kilifi and Kwale, the cessation of movement into and out of the two Counties that is currently in force, shall lapse at 4:00 a.m. on 7th of June 2020.
 To accord all Kenyans the opportunity to enjoy a full-day’s work, the commencement and end time of the nationwide dusk-to-dawn curfew currently in force has been varied from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m respectively, with effective from 7th June, 2020. 


ENHANCED MEASURES IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
7TH APRIL 2020  
The Government of the Republic of Kenya has declared the Nairobi Metropolitan Area and the counties of Kilifi, Kwale and Mombasa as COVID-19 infected areas. Accordingly, to contain and limit the spread of the disease to other parts of the Country, the National Security Council has sanctioned and caused cessation of all movement by road, rail or air in and out of the Nairobi Metropolitan Area for an initial containment period of 21 days, with effect from 7:00 pm on Monday, 6th April, 2020; and the counties of Kilifi, Kwale and Mombasa for an initial containment period of 21 days, with effect from 7:00 pm on Wednesday, 8th April, 2020. 
For more details, please click: https://www.president.go.ke/2020/04/06/17505/
Kenya has also extended the ban on all international flights by 30 days with effect from Monday April 6, 2020. The suspension exempts cargo flights and those evacuating foreign nationals, and must observe strict guidelines provided by the Government.


MESSAGE TO KENYANS IN AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND AND PACIFIC ISLAND COUNTRIES
31ST MARCH 2020
Further to our earlier communication on Consular Services dated 18th March 2020 and in tandem with ‘social distancing,’ the High Commission has scaled down its activities as a precautionary measure against the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). In this regard, the High Commission will be reachable through the following contacts for any urgent matter: Emergency Telephone Number - 0477 694 068; Email: consular@kenya.asn.au
To register with the High Commission, please fill the 'registration form' in the Diaspora section of this website and send to the above email. You can also download our mobile applications (iOs and android) in the Diaspora section. 
Kenyans are further advised to continuously monitor updates given by the Federal, State and Territory authorities through their various websites, particularly on travel restrictions and inter-state border control measures. 
Please keep safe.


UPDATE ON TRAVEL INFORMATION TO KENYA: COVID-19
23RD MARCH 2020 
1. On 22nd March 2020, the Government of Kenya suspended all International flights effective Wednesday, 25th at Midnight with the exception of cargo flights whose crew must observe strict guidelines. 
2. All persons coming into Kenya as from 22nd March 2020, whether Kenyans or foreigners will undergo mandatory quarantine at a government designated facility at their own expense. 
3. Countries wishing to evacuate their nationals must make the arrangements to do so within this period. 
4. Kenyans who are currently in foreign countries and will not have come back within the said period are advised to observe the guidelines issued in the respective countries wherever they are.

NOTICE ON CONSULAR SERVICES 
18TH MARCH 2020
In view of the challenges brought about by COVID-19 Coronavirus, the Kenya High Commission, Canberra has put in place the following measures with effect from Thursday 19th March 2020:
1. Issuance of Visas for persons intending to visit Kenya is suspended until further notice.
2. All walk-in services/ appointments for consular services have been suspended until further notice. 
3. Online consular services shall be sustained.
4. All applications for Kenyan Passports, Birth Certificates, Police Clearance, and authentication of Driving Licences should be sent via post office with a return self-addressed envelope for processing. 
5. Official emails and telephone numbers of the High Commission shall remain operational. 
6. Emergency email and telephone number: consular@kenya.asn.au and 0477 694 068

CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) INFORMATION ON TRAVEL TO KENYA
16TH MARCH 2020
1. The Government of Kenya has suspended travel for all persons coming into Kenya from any country with reported Coronavirus cases.
2. Only Kenyan Citizens, and any foreigners with valid residence permits will be allowed to visit Kenya, provided they proceed on self-quarantine or to a government designated quarantine facility. This will take effect within the next 48 hours to cater for any passengers who may be enroute. This directive, issued on 15th March 2020, will remain in effect for the next 30 days or as varied by the National Emergency Response Committee.
3. All persons who have entered Kenya in the last 14 days must self-quarantine. If any person exhibits symptoms such as cough, or fever, they should present themselves to the nearest health facility for testing.


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