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Kenya Visa – Requirements and Application
Do I Need a Visa for Kenya?
Yes, a visa is required for travel to Kenya. Proof of vaccination may also be required for some travelers.
Travelers to Rwanda and Uganda may consider an East Africa Tourist Visa, which is valid in both (and other) countries.
See below or contact a Passport Health travel documents specialist about other visa types.
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Sources: Kenyan Embassy and U.S. State Department
What Do I Need for a Kenya Visa Application?
Countries often require different items for different types of visas. The application process may differ depending on the type of visa you’re interested in obtaining. The government of Kenya reserves the right to change these requirements at any time. Make sure you have everything ready for your trip.
Kenya has an agreement with Tanzania and Uganda in which no re-entry fees are needed if you are traveling within these three countries. Your single-entry visa must still be valid.
The Kenya government may change this process at any time and is allowed to request additional materials during the visa process.
When applying for a Kenya Tourist Visa, you need a passport, photograph, proof of travel, and the actual application itself.
Each one of these items have specific requirements that must be met.
Passport:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Contain at least one blank visa page for the visa stamp
Photograph:
- Taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Color Photo
- Taken against an all white background
- Be two inches by two inches
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with neutral expression
Proof of Travel:
- Ticket or itinerary that displays your round trip travel and entry and exit dates for your destination
- Show the traveler’s full name as printed on passport
Passport:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Contain at least one blank visa page for the visa stamp
Photograph:
- Taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Color Photo
- Taken against an all white background
- Be two inches by two inches
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with neutral expression
Proof of Travel:
- Ticket or itinerary that displays your round trip travel and entry and exit dates for your destination
- Show the traveler’s full name as printed on passport
Business Cover Letter:
- Business Cover Letter must include your specific purpose of travel
While other visa types are available, their requirements can vary greatly. Contact us to find out what you may need for your specific trip.
How Can Passport Health Help Me With the Visa Process?
Passport Health’s travel documents team will walk you through the visa process step-by-step and handle the sometimes difficult communication with embassies and consulates. Contact us today to start your worry-free visa processing.
Customer Reviews
Passport Health – Visas for Kenya
“Our travel document specialist was great! Super nice, on time, very quick and the Kenya visa process was pain-free! I would definitely recommend using Passport Health’s document service.”
“I used Passport Health for a Kenya visa six months after my initial vaccination appointment through their clinic. I was helped promptly and had everything taken care of in a short period of time. They made everything easy.”
“Staff went over everything I would need for my Kenya visa, had knowledge of the in’s and out’s of the process and explained each step to me, with no pressure”
“The staff took time to go over all the travel document options for my trip to Kenya. They gave me all the options to chose from. I did not feel rushed, and I felt confident enough to ask all my questions . Thank you!”
“Passport Health is the best source for travel documents! They are warm, welcoming, kind, and knowledgeable. I choose to get my Kenya visa through them along with my travel shots. I know the care I received beats anywhere else!”
“The service was nice. The conversation and help eased my mind about travel overseas and the Kenya visa process. Very knowledgeable. Have me great tips!!”
“My experience getting a visa for Kenya was a good one. The staff explained to me all of the steps for getting my visa, offered me options and was very efficient in delivering the service. I gave them a five out of five.”
“I needed a last minute visa for Kenya, and had a great experience. The specialist was very knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to work with – highly recommend!”
“I am traveling to Kenya and needed to get appropriate visas for my trip. The specialist with whom I met was lovely, polite and helpful and thorough in her relaying relevant information to me.”
“Very friendly travel document staff. They helped me get my Kenya visa quickly and easily. Thank you so much!”
How Much Do Kenya Visas Cost?
The price of visas are set by the local government and can be changed at any time. Visas for Kenya can cost over $100. This fee does not include the cost of postage, service fees or other associated items. The Kenyan government can change the visa fee amount at any time.
East Africa Tourist visas are filed for seperately.
Are Any Vaccines Required for Kenya?
Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for all travelers over one-year of age arriving from a country with a risk of yellow fever. The vaccination is also recommended for almost all travelers.
Travelers may consider typhoid and other vaccinations based on their specific itinerary. For more vaccination information, see our Kenya destination advice page.
U.S. Embassy in Kenya
All U.S. citizens visiting Kenya should register with the STEP program before their trip. This State Department program provides extra information and support in case of emergency. Passport Health’s travel documents staff can assist you in registering.
Once in Kenya, the information for the U.S. Embassy is:
U.S. Embassy Nairobi
United Nations Avenue Nairobi
P. O. Box 606 Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: 254 20 363-6000
Fax: 254 20 363-6157
Visit the Embassy to Kenya website before departure to confirm correct contact details for the office.
For More Information About Kenya…
See Passport Health’s Kenya destination advice page with information on safety, climate and more. Or, start you visa process by contacting us today!
Do I Need a Visa for Kenya?
What Do I Need for a Kenya Visa Application?
Kenya Tourism Visa Application
Kenya Business Visa Application
Other Kenya Visa Applications
How Can Passport Health Help Me With the Visa Process?
How Much Do Kenya Visas Cost?
Are Any Vaccines Required for Kenya?
U.S. Embassy in Kenya
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