Kenya Visa – Requirements and Application

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.

Follow the links below to start your visa process today.

Kenya Entry Requirements
Do I Need A…	For My Trip to Kenya?
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Kenyan Embassy and U.S. State Department

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.

Most visas for Kenya require a passport photo, completed questionnaire and flight itinerary.

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.

Passport Health has partnered with industry leaders in travel document services, RushMyPassport and G3 Travel Services. These teams will walk you through the visa process step-by-step and handle the sometimes difficult communication with embassies and consulates.

The price of visas are set by the local government and can be changed at any time. Visas for Kenya often cost over $150. 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 separately.

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.

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) 363-6451
Fax: +(254) (20) 363-6170

Visit the Embassy to Kenya website before departure to confirm correct contact details for the office.

See Passport Health’s Kenya destination advice page with information on safety, climate and more. Or, start your visa process by filling out a form today!