Kenyan visa for Zambian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Zambian passport holders visiting Kenya for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Zambian citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for Zambian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for Zambian citizens | Not Available | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Zambian 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 Zambia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Harare: The Embassy of in Harare, ~ 623.87 kilometers (387.65 mi) away from Lusaka, Zambia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 46 minutes).
- Bujumbura: The Embassy of in Bujumbura, ~ 1096.67 kilometers (681.44 mi) away from Lusaka, Zambia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 16 minutes).
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to Zambia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Zambia traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Zambia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 114 | N/A |
| 2009 | 139 | 21.93% |
| 2010 | 147 | 5.76% |
| 2011 | 175 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 162 | -7.43% |
| 2013 | 143 | -11.73% |
| 2014 | 126 | -11.89% |
| 2015 | 111 | -11.90% |
| 2016 | 127 | 14.41% |
| 2017 | 136 | 7.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & Zambia comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of Zambia is approximately 743,390 km2 (287,024 sq mi). This means Zambia is 30.62% larger than Kenya.
As of May 2024, Kenya's population is ~58.7 million people - 38,136,684 more people than the population of Zambia.
We have highlighted Kenya & Zambia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | Zambia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 58,675,238 | 20,538,554 | 38.1 million more people live in Kenya than Zambia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 26 | Kenya has 21 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Zambia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 43 | 45 | Kenya passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 40 | Kenyan hosts 54 more foreign missions than Zambia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Zambia travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from Zambia visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 136.
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- Travel time: 3 hours 26 minutes
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