Kenyan visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Kenya in Washington, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 33 minutes)
- Los Angeles: The Consulate General of Kenya in Los Angeles, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 33 minutes)
- New York: The Consulate General of Kenya in New York, United States (Working hours: Close now)
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 167,727 | N/A |
| 2009 | 204,624 | 22.00% |
| 2010 | 216,090 | 5.60% |
| 2011 | 257,250 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 237,993 | -7.49% |
| 2013 | 210,798 | -11.43% |
| 2014 | 185,367 | -12.06% |
| 2015 | 163,758 | -11.66% |
| 2016 | 186,396 | 13.82% |
| 2017 | 200,508 | 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 & United States comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 16.07 times bigger than Kenya.
As of October 2025, Kenya's population is ~59.9 million people - 280,866,006 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Kenya & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 59,901,223 | 340,767,229 | 280.9 million fewer people live in Kenya than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 273 | Kenya has 268 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 134 | Kenya passport holders visit 91 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 1147 | Kenyan hosts 1053 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 200,508.
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