Kenyan visa for French citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for French passport holders visiting Kenya for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For French citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for French citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for French citizens | Eligible | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding French passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kenya.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kenya.
If you are looking for Kenya visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from France, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Paris: The Embassy of Kenya in Paris, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 5 minutes)
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to France for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from France traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (France) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 41,076 | N/A |
| 2009 | 50,112 | 22.00% |
| 2010 | 52,920 | 5.60% |
| 2011 | 63,000 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 58,284 | -7.49% |
| 2013 | 51,624 | -11.43% |
| 2014 | 45,396 | -12.06% |
| 2015 | 40,104 | -11.66% |
| 2016 | 45,648 | 13.82% |
| 2017 | 49,104 | 7.57% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & France comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of France is approximately 547,557 km2 (211,412 sq mi). This means France is 3.94% smaller than Kenya.
As of October 2025, Kenya's population is ~59.9 million people - 6,090,296 fewer people than the population of France.
We have highlighted Kenya & France’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | France | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 59,901,223 | 65,991,519 | 6.1 million fewer people live in Kenya than France |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 267 | Kenya has 262 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with France. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 143 | Kenya passport holders visit 100 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 479 | Kenyan hosts 385 fewer foreign missions than France. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from France travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from France visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 49,104.
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Useful Information
- Nairobi to Paris: 5842.19 km (3630.17 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 10 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025