Senegalese visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kenyan passport holders visiting Senegal for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Senegal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Senegal e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Senegal visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Senegal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Senegal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Senegal.
If you are looking for Senegal 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 Senegal nearest your place of residence.
- Brazzaville: The Embassy of in Brazzaville, ~ 2679.15 kilometers (1664.74 mi) away from Nairobi, Kenya. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 3 minutes).
- Pointe-Noire: The Consulate of in Pointe-Noire, ~ 2939.84 kilometers (1826.73 mi) away from Nairobi, Kenya. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 3 minutes).
Senegal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Senegal diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Senegal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 746 | N/A |
| 2009 | 697 | -6.57% |
| 2010 | 774 | 11.05% |
| 2011 | 832 | 7.49% |
| 2012 | 827 | -0.60% |
| 2013 | 914 | 10.52% |
| 2014 | 828 | -9.41% |
| 2015 | 866 | 4.59% |
| 2016 | 1,041 | 20.21% |
| 2017 | 1,174 | 12.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Senegal & Kenya comparison
Senegal's area is approximately 192,530 km2 (74,336 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 2.96 times bigger than Senegal.
As of October 2025, Senegal's population is ~19.0 million people - 40,855,007 fewer people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Senegal & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Senegal | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,046,216 | 59,901,223 | 40.9 million fewer people live in Senegal than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 5 | Senegal has 3 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 32 | 43 | Senegal passport holders visit 11 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 94 | Senegalese hosts 36 fewer foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Senegal in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Senegal in 2017 was approximately 1,174.
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- Travel time: 11 hours 19 minutes
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