SAUDI ARABIA
UMRAH VISA
Kenyan Passport Holders
Kenyan citizens wishing to perform Umrah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are required to obtain an Umrah visa prior to travel.
Requirements
- The passport should have at least six (6) months validity from the date of entry, and sufficient blank pages.
- Passport-sized photo with a white background.
- Confirmed Ticket and Hotel booking
- Visa fee
Processing time
3 Working days
Validity
Valid for up to 90 days -Single entry.
VISIT VISA
Kenyan Passport Holders
The Saudi Visit Visa allows Kenyan nationals to travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) for short-term visits, including tourism, visiting family or friends, or business purposes.
Requirements
- Valid Kenyan passport with at least 6 months’ validity from the date of travel.
- No criminal record or visa restrictions from previous Saudi visits.
- Passport-sized photo with a white background.
- Proof of onward travel or return ticket.
- For family visits: a valid invitation letter from the host in Saudi Arabia.
- For tourism or business visits: confirmed hotel booking or travel itinerary.
- Visa fee
Processing time
3 Working days
Validity
Valid for up to 30 days for single entry and up to 90 days for Multiple entry.
Exact duration and entry limits may vary based on the visa type issued and the applicant’s situation.
Important Notes
- Rules and regulations can change. Always check for the latest announcements.
- Overstaying your visa can lead to fines, deportation, or future bans
UAE (DUBAI)
VISIT VISA
Kenyan Passport Holders
A visa is required in advance for Kenyan nationals travelling to the UAE.
Requirements
- Scanned Passport (Main Page / Bio Data Page)
- Passport-Sized Photo (WHITE BACKGROUND)
- Hotel Reservation
- Return Ticket Copy
- Passport Cover Page (NEW requirement – the outside cover of your passport must be included)
- Visa fee
Additional Requirements:
- For children under 18 years old ➝ Birth Certificate is mandatory
- For couples below 40 years old ➝ Marriage Certificate is required
Validity
For Kenyan citizens, tourist visa options generally include stays of 30, 60, or 90 days.
Processing time
3 – 6 Working days
Important Notes
- Entry is not guaranteed on issuance of visa, arrival at UAE‐entry point still requires immigration approval.
- Changes in rules may occur, so always check the latest updates.
KENYA
ETA VISA
Foreign passport holders entering Kenya
All visitors including infants and children who intend to travel to the Republic of Kenya must have an approved Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before the start of their journey.
Requirements
- Valid Kenyan passport with at least 6 months’ validity from the date of travel.
- Passport-sized photo with a white background.
- Proof of onward travel or return ticket.
- Visa fee
Validity
Valid for up to 90 days’ – Single entry.
Processing time
Between 24 hours and 3 working days