Kenyan visa for Icelandic citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Icelandic 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 Icelandic citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for Icelandic citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for Icelandic citizens | Eligible | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Icelandic 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 Iceland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Dublin: The Embassy of in Dublin, ~ 1478.58 kilometers (918.75 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 26 minutes).
- The Hague: The Embassy of in The Hague, ~ 1946.78 kilometers (1209.67 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 56 minutes).
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to Iceland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iceland traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iceland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,967 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,619 | 21.98% |
| 2010 | 3,822 | 5.61% |
| 2011 | 4,550 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 4,209 | -7.49% |
| 2013 | 3,728 | -11.43% |
| 2014 | 3,279 | -12.04% |
| 2015 | 2,896 | -11.68% |
| 2016 | 3,297 | 13.85% |
| 2017 | 3,546 | 7.55% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & Iceland comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of Iceland is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi). This means Iceland is 5.68 times smaller than Kenya.
As of November 2025, Kenya's population is ~59.9 million people - 59,548,890 more people than the population of Iceland.
We have highlighted Kenya & Iceland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | Iceland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 59,901,223 | 352,333 | 59.5 million more people live in Kenya than Iceland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 25 | Kenya has 20 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iceland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 138 | Kenya passport holders visit 95 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 54 | Kenyan hosts 40 more foreign missions than Iceland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iceland travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from Iceland visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 3,546.
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- Nairobi to Reykjavik: 8639.41 km (5368.28 mi)
- Travel time: 17 hours 59 minutes
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