Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
PassportsPassport valid for
three months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasRequired by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) all holders of a re-entry pass to Kenya; (b) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.
Visa Note(a) All nationals referred to in the chart above may obtain a visa on entry in Kenya. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info). (c) Multiple-entry visas may only be issued to nationals of the United Kingdom.
Types of Visa and CostEntry: £30 (single-entry); £60 (multiple-entry).
Transit: £10.
Note: If the application is referred to Immigration in Nairobi, an additional £7 will be payable.
ValiditySingle-entry:
up to three months from date of issue;
Multiple-entry: up to 12 months from date of issue. Renewals (up to six months) or extensions can be made at Immigration in Nyayo House, Uhuru Highway, Nairobi or at Kisumu and Mombasa. The period of stay in Kenya can be given at the port of entry (maximum three months).
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy or high commission); see
General Info.
Working Days RequiredThree (applying in person) or one week from date of receipt (postal applications). If the visa has to be referred to Nairobi it will take at least eight weeks.
WarningKenya shares with neighboring countries a high threat from terrorism. This threat remains. Previous attacks have been against civilian or visibly Western targets where foreigners have been present. These have included bomb attacks on a hotel and a western Embassy, both of which resulted in significant loss of life, and an unsuccessful attempt to bring down a civilian airliner in Mombasa.
Muggings and armed attacks are prevalent, particularly in Nairobi and Mombasa. There have been a number of violent attacks and murders of non-indigenous residents since 2004. In January 2007 there were a number of incidents of carjacking and armed robbery involving foreign nationals in and around Nairobi. Visitors should avoid traveling at night outside Nairobi and remain vigilant.
There are concerns about the inadequate security arrangements in place at Wilson airport in Nairobi. The airport is mainly used for domestic flights, including charters. These concerns have been raised with the Kenyan authorities. The situation continues to be monitored. Travelers should remain vigilant at all times.
Political rallies will be held in the run-up to elections in late 2007. Travelers should avoid political rallies and demonstrations and exercise caution.
There have been skirmishes and inter-clan fighting in the North Eastern Province, along the Somalia border. People have been killed. Due to the instability in Somalia there is increased tension along the Kenya-Somalia border. Travel in the north east should only be undertaken with care and after consulting the Police.
There have also been a series of attacks linked to cattle rustling against local farmers in the Eastern and Central Provinces including the districts of Laikipia, Samburu, Baringo and West Pokot.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | Yes | 1 |
| Cholera | Yes | 2 |
| Typhoid and Polio | 3 | N/A |
| Malaria | 4 | N/A |
Health CareHealth insurance is essential.
East African Flying Doctor Services have introduced a special Tourist Membership which guarantees that any member injured or ill while on safari can call on a flying doctor for free air transport. There are good medical facilities in Mombasa and Nairobi. The Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF) safety communication center (24-hour) help tourists in difficulty (tel: (020) 604 767 in emergencies
or 604 729
or 601 343
or 604 730; e-mail:
safetour@wananchi.com).
Note1A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age arriving from infected areas; those countries formerly classified as endemic zones are considered to be still infected by the Kenyan authorities. Travelers arriving from non-endemic zones should note that vaccination is strongly recommended for travel outside the urban areas, even if an outbreak of the disease has not been reported and they would normally not require a vaccination certificate to enter the country.
2Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is no longer a condition of entry to Kenya. However, cholera is a serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. There was an outbreak of cholera in the Eastleigh area of Nairobi in June 2005. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness.
3Immunization against typhoid and poliomyelitis is recommended.
4Malaria risk exists throughout the year in the whole country. There is usually less risk in Nairobi and in the highlands (above 2500m/8200ft) of the Central, Eastern Nyanza, Rift Valley and Western Provinces. The predominant
falciparum strain has been reported as highly resistant to chloroquine and resistant to sulfadoxine/pyrimethamine. Mefloquine, doxycycline or malarone are the recommended prophylaxis.
There is a risk of contracting
AIDS if the necessary precautions are not taken. It is advisable to take a kit of sterilized syringe needles for any possible injections needed, as well as drip needles for emergencies.
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