Kenyan visa for Turkish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Turkish 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 Turkish citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for Turkish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for Turkish citizens | Eligible | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Turkish 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 Turkey, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Ankara: The Embassy of Kenya in Ankara, Turkey (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 27 minutes)
- Istanbul: The Honorary Consulate of Kenya in Istanbul, Turkey (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 27 minutes)
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to Turkey for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Turkey traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Turkey) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 10,155 | N/A |
| 2009 | 12,389 | 22.00% |
| 2010 | 13,083 | 5.60% |
| 2011 | 15,575 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 14,409 | -7.49% |
| 2013 | 12,763 | -11.42% |
| 2014 | 11,223 | -12.07% |
| 2015 | 9,915 | -11.65% |
| 2016 | 11,285 | 13.82% |
| 2017 | 12,140 | 7.58% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & Turkey comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of Turkey is approximately 769,630 km2 (297,155 sq mi). This means Turkey is 35.23% larger than Kenya.
As of October 2025, Kenya's population is ~59.9 million people - 29,034,323 fewer people than the population of Turkey.
We have highlighted Kenya & Turkey’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | Turkey | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 59,901,223 | 88,935,546 | 29.0 million fewer people live in Kenya than Turkey |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 235 | Kenya has 230 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Turkey. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 68 | Kenya passport holders visit 25 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 286 | Kenyan hosts 192 fewer foreign missions than Turkey. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Turkey travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from Turkey visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 12,140.
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- Nairobi to Ankara: 3907.81 km (2428.20 mi)
- Travel time: 8 hours 8 minutes
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