Lesotho visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kenyan passport holders visiting Lesotho for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Kenya, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 1005.65 kilometers (624.88 mi) away from Nairobi, Kenya. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 47 minutes).
- Johannesburg: The Consulate of in Johannesburg, ~ 3218.28 kilometers (1999.75 mi) away from Nairobi, Kenya. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 47 minutes).
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 252 | N/A |
| 2009 | 296 | 17.46% |
| 2010 | 366 | 23.65% |
| 2011 | 342 | -6.56% |
| 2012 | 364 | 6.43% |
| 2013 | 372 | 2.20% |
| 2014 | 928 | 149.46% |
| 2015 | 931 | 0.32% |
| 2016 | 1,029 | 10.53% |
| 2017 | 978 | -4.96% |
| 2018 | 1,009 | 3.17% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & Kenya comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 18.75 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 57,673,285 fewer people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Lesotho & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 59,901,223 | 57.7 million fewer people live in Lesotho than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 5 | Lesotho has 9 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 43 | Lesotho passport holders can visit 5 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 94 | Lesotho hosts 87 fewer foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 1,009.
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