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European Union Citizens Visiting Kenya

Visa requirements, entry rules, and travel information for 2026

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All states

European Union citizens must apply for a visa at the Kenya embassy or consulate before traveling. Contact the embassy well in advance.

📋 Required Documents

🛂 Valid passport — minimum 6 months validity beyond your stay
📷 Recent passport-sized photos (white background, last 6 months)
📝 Completed visa application form (from the embassy website)
✈️ Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking
🏨 Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, Airbnb, or host invitation)
💳 Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, last 3 months)
🏥 Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage recommended)
💼 Proof of employment, business registration, or student enrollment
💰 Visa application fee payment (check current fees with embassy)
📅 Appointment confirmation (many embassies require advance booking)

⚠️ Requirements vary. Always verify with the official Kenya embassy before applying.

📋 How to Apply for a Visa

  1. 1
    Find the Kenya embassy
    Locate the Kenya embassy or consulate in your country. Use our embassy directory to find contact details and official website.
  2. 2
    Book an appointment
    Most embassies require an appointment for visa applications. Book well in advance — popular embassies can have waits of weeks.
  3. 3
    Prepare your documents
    Gather all required documents. Incomplete applications are rejected and fees are often non-refundable.
  4. 4
    Attend your appointment
    Arrive on time with all documents. You may be asked to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
  5. 5
    Wait for processing
    Processing times vary from a few days to several weeks. Track your application status via the embassy website.
  6. 6
    Collect your visa
    Once approved, your visa is stamped in your passport. Verify all details are correct before traveling.

Kenya — Quick Facts

Kenya, officially the Republic of Kenya, is a country located in East Africa. With an estimated population of more than 53.3 million as of mid-2025, it is the 27th-most populous country in the world and the seventh-most populous in Africa.

🏛️ Capital
Nairobi
💱 Currency
Kenyan shilling (KES)
📞 Dial Code
++254
🗣️ Language
English

🆘 Emergency Numbers in Kenya

🚔 Police
999
🚑 Ambulance
999
🚒 Fire
999

📅 Upcoming Public Holidays in Kenya

Embassies and government offices may be closed on these dates.

Labour Day 2026-05-01
Madaraka Day 2026-06-01
Mazingira Day 2026-10-10
Mashujaa Day 2026-10-20

⚠️ Visa information is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect recent policy changes. Always verify requirements with the official embassy or government website before travel.

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