Zimbabwean visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kenyan passport holders visiting Zimbabwe for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Zimbabwe for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Zimbabwe e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Zimbabwe visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Zimbabwe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Zimbabwe.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Zimbabwe.
If you are looking for Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The Embassy of Zimbabwe in Nairobi, Kenya (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 11 minutes)
Zimbabwe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zimbabwe diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Zimbabwe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,682 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,735 | 3.15% |
| 2010 | 1,926 | 11.01% |
| 2011 | 2,084 | 8.20% |
| 2012 | 1,543 | -25.96% |
| 2013 | 1,576 | 2.14% |
| 2014 | 1,617 | 2.60% |
| 2015 | 1,769 | 9.40% |
| 2016 | 1,864 | 5.37% |
| 2017 | 2,084 | 11.80% |
| 2018 | 2,219 | 6.48% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zimbabwe & Kenya comparison
Zimbabwe's area is approximately 386,850 km2 (149,363 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 47.12% larger than Zimbabwe.
As of October 2025, Zimbabwe's population is ~16.0 million people - 43,938,443 fewer people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Zimbabwe & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zimbabwe | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 15,962,780 | 59,901,223 | 43.9 million fewer people live in Zimbabwe than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 32 | 5 | Zimbabwe has 27 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 43 | Zimbabwe passport holders visit 4 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 44 | 94 | Zimbabwean hosts 50 fewer foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Zimbabwe in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Zimbabwe in 2018 was approximately 2,219.
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- Travel time: 4 hours 21 minutes
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