Shakila opposes gov’t new visa-free entry policy amid macabre series of murders
Kenyan socialite Shakila has voiced her disapproval of the recent decision by the government to declare Kenya visa-free. Through her InstaStories, the socialite expressed concerns about the safety of women in the wake of the tragic incident noting that the Airbnb business is a risk. “With what is going on in Kenya now, specifically the […]
Gov’t receives close to 10K ETA applications as Kenya transitions to visa-free entry
The government has announced receiving close to 10,000 applications for the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), even as the country transitions to visa-free entry. Immigration Principal Secretary Julius Bitok announced that out of the 9,787 applications received so far, 4,046 have been processed. “So far 9787 ETA applications have been received on https://www.etakenya.go.ke. Of these, 4046 […]
Kenya to abolish visa requirements for all foreigners starting January – Ruto
President William Ruto has announced that foreigners from all corners of the globe wishing to travel to Kenya in 2024 will no longer need visas. Speaking at Uhuru Gardens during Jamhuri Day celebrations on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, Ruto said Kenya will abolish visa requirements for foreigners starting January 2024. “Beginning January 2024, Kenya will […]
US embassy announces new guidelines on Visa renewal
The United States embassy in Nairobi on Friday, September 16, 2022, announced the expansion of its Interview Waiver Program for nonimmigrant visas. In a statement, the embassy said Kenyans applying for renewal of tourist, business, student and crew visas will not be subjected to interviews. The US government said the move is part of the […]
US and at least 60 other countries that subject Kenyans to strict visa rules
US and several other countries in Europe, Asia and South America have strict visa requirements which make it hard for Kenyans to travel there. American visa hitch almost denied Ferdinand Omanyala a chance to compete in the World Athletics Championships which were held from July 15 to July 24, 2022. Africa’s fastest man was among a […]
39 countries Kenyans can visit without visa in 2022
US visa hitch almost denied Ferdinand Omanyala a chance to compete in the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, US, after failing to receive his visa on time. Africa’s fastest man was among a handful of Kenyan athletes experiencing visa delays ahead of the World Championships, which kicked off on Friday, July 15, 2022. Omanyala and several […]
How to apply for South African visa in Kenya
In case you weren’t sure, yes, Kenyans need a visa to visit South Africa, even for short stays. Only diplomatic, official and service passport holders from Kenya can enter South Africa without a visa. However, the best part is that those travelling for tourism or business can now apply for the South Africa electronic visa. […]