U.S. visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Kenyan passport holders visiting United States for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter United States for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United States e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United States visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
United States tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United States.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United States.
If you are looking for United States visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Kenya, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United States nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The Embassy of United States in Nairobi, Kenya (Working hours: Close now)
United States visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United States diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to United States from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 49,886 | N/A |
| 2009 | 47,389 | -5.01% |
| 2010 | 51,609 | 8.91% |
| 2011 | 54,591 | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 57,592 | 5.50% |
| 2013 | 61,613 | 6.98% |
| 2014 | 64,826 | 5.21% |
| 2015 | 66,885 | 3.18% |
| 2016 | 65,710 | -1.76% |
| 2017 | 66,381 | 1.02% |
| 2018 | 68,581 | 3.31% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United States & Kenya comparison
United States's area is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 16.07 times smaller than United States.
As of April 2024, United States's population is ~338.8 million people - 280,139,075 more people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted United States & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United States | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 338,814,313 | 58,675,238 | 280.1 million more people live in United States than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 273 | 5 | United States has 268 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 134 | 43 | United States passport holders can visit 91 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1147 | 94 | U.S. hosts 1053 more foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to United States in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting United States in 2018 was approximately 68,581.
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