Direct Entry to the AITAR Roster

For experienced adjudicators, arbitrators, and administrative decision‑makers. Bypass taught modules and qualify via portfolio assessment.

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        📂 What is direct entry? If you already have substantial experience in dispute resolution, you may apply to enter the Roster at Tier II or Tier III without completing the standard training modules. Your prior learning is assessed through a portfolio and written tasks.
    

Eligibility thresholds

Tier	Minimum requirements
Tier II	Professional qualification (any recognised discipline) + 5 years active practice + substantive engagement in at least 5 proceedings (as decision‑maker, advocate, technical expert, or case manager).
Tier III	Tier II eligibility + 10 years practice + 15 proceedings as sole decision‑maker (at least 5 complex matters) + two specimen decisions/awards authored by you.

Note: Tier I direct entry (Foundation Certificate) is also available for those with 3 years professional experience and familiarity with dispute resolution. It requires passing the five Tier I assessments at 65% but bypasses taught delivery.

Competency assessment

Your application will be reviewed by a sole Assessor (or a three‑person panel for Tier III). The Assessor maps your experience against the competency framework of the tier you are applying for. Gaps may be filled by prescribed bridge modules (you complete only the missing modules).

You will also complete written assessment tasks drawn from the standard Programme question banks:

Tier II tasks (T1–T3): constitutional analysis, fee calculation + payment direction, ethics scenarios.
Tier III tasks (T4–T6): advanced constitutional analysis (two‑step framework), jurisdictional ruling, SRT review determination.
Specialist supplements (Form D – AISTAR, Form E – AIETAR) – available to Tier III applicants or standalone for existing Tier A members.

Bridge modules

If the Assessor identifies gaps, a Gap Report (Form C) is issued prescribing specific bridge modules. You complete those modules through the standard Programme (self‑paced) and pass the assessment. You do not need to repeat the entire tier.

Fees and application process

Application type	KES	USD	Notes
Tier I direct entry	15,000	115	Credited against Tier II enrolment if you proceed
Tier II direct entry	22,000	170	Credited against Tier III enrolment if you proceed
Tier III direct entry	35,000	270	No further tier; fee not credited
AISTAR Supplement (standalone)	28,000	215	DPS available
AIETAR Supplement (standalone)	28,000	215	DPS available
AISTAR+AIETAR Bundle	50,000	385	DPS available

All fees exclude VAT (16% where applicable). Deferred Payment Scheme (DPS) is available for standalone supplements – pay nothing upfront, repay 15% of future earnings.

How to apply for direct entry

Complete Form A-DE1 (Direct Entry Application).
Attach your current CV (max 6 pages).
Attach Form A-DE2 (Schedule of Proceedings) listing all relevant matters.
Attach specimen decisions/awards (redacted) – 1 for Tier II, 2 for Tier III.
Provide two professional references (one from a current arbitral institution member, retired judicial officer, or senior professional).
Pay the applicable application fee (or request DPS if applying for a supplement).
Submit the complete application to Registry@aluochier.co.ke.

First review deadline: 15 August 2026. Applications continue to be accepted after this date.

📄 Download the necessary forms and guidance
Form A-DE1 (Word) | Form A-DE2 (Word) | TPD 15/2026 – Full rules (PDF)
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