Jamaican visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kenyan passport holders visiting Jamaica for a short-term stay: 6 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Jamaica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 6 months |
| Evisa | Jamaica e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Jamaica visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Jamaica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Jamaica.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Jamaica.
If you are looking for Jamaica 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 Jamaica nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Consulate of in Addis Ababa, ~ 981.49 kilometers (609.87 mi) away from Nairobi, Kenya. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 56 minutes).
- Pretoria: The High Commission of in Pretoria, ~ 3045.56 kilometers (1892.42 mi) away from Nairobi, Kenya. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 56 minutes).
Jamaica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Jamaica diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Jamaica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,520 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,575 | 3.62% |
| 2010 | 1,653 | 4.95% |
| 2011 | 1,679 | 1.57% |
| 2012 | 1,708 | 1.73% |
| 2013 | 1,727 | 1.11% |
| 2014 | 1,789 | 3.59% |
| 2015 | 1,826 | 2.07% |
| 2016 | 1,877 | 2.79% |
| 2017 | 2,024 | 7.83% |
| 2018 | 2,127 | 5.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Jamaica & Kenya comparison
Jamaica's area is approximately 10,830 km2 (4,181 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 52.55 times bigger than Jamaica.
As of November 2025, Jamaica's population is ~3.0 million people - 56,874,911 fewer people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Jamaica & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Jamaica | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,026,312 | 59,901,223 | 56.9 million fewer people live in Jamaica than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 5 | Jamaica has 80 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 58 | 43 | Jamaica passport holders can visit 15 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 59 | 94 | Jamaican hosts 35 fewer foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Jamaica in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Jamaica in 2018 was approximately 2,127.
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Useful Information
- Kingston to Nairobi: 11662.21 km (7246.56 mi)
- Travel time: 24 hours 17 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025