Can I enter Kenya?
Kenya is open for tourism to all countries as of April 2022. However, only fully vaccinated travelers can enter Kenya for tourism due to COVID-19 restrictions that are in place now.
All travelers must upload their COVID-19-related documents into Global Haven before departure to Kenya.
Can I enter Kenya if I am vaccinated?
You can enter Kenya if you are fully vaccinated. You are considered fully vaccinated if you have received both doses of double-dose vaccination or one dose of single-dose vaccination at least 14 days before entering Kenya.
As of April 2022, seven vaccine drugs are approved in Kenya:
- AstraZeneca
- Johnson & Johnson
- Moderna
- Pfizer
- Covilo
- Sputnik V
Travel documents if you are vaccinated
- A vaccination certificate uploaded into Global Haven
Can I enter Kenya if I am unvaccinated?
Please note that unvaccinated foreign travelers are prohibited from entering Kenya for tourism.
The following categories of unvaccinated travelers can enter Kenya:
- Travelers with medical conditions that can not be vaccinated can provide a letter from a recognized medical practitioner detailing the medical reason preventing vaccination
- Those who have recovered from COVID-19 in the preceding 90 days present proof of infection
- Those residents of Kenya returning have difficulty accessing vaccines in their current country of residence; they have to register for vaccination on the Chanjo-Ke platform before departure to get vaccinated immediately upon arrival
Travel documents if you are vaccinated
If you fall under exceptions, you have to present:
- An appropriate document explaining an absence of vaccination
- A negative PCR test certificate obtained within 72 hours before departure
- A rapid antigen test on arrival (costs $30)
Who cannot enter Kenya?
As of April 2022, all visitors are welcome in Kenya, provided they have fulfilled the above entry requirements.
Can I leave Kenya?
There are no COVID-19 restrictions for leaving Kenya. Take your time to check the requirements concerning COVID-19 tests for vaccinated travelers of your destination country in advance.
Can I leave Kenya if I am vaccinated?
There are no restrictions for vaccinated travelers leaving Kenya.
Travel documents if I am vaccinated
- A certificate of complete vaccination against COVID-19 in paper or electronic format
Can I leave Kenya if I am unvaccinated?
Unvaccinated travelers can leave Kenya.
Travel documents if I am unvaccinated
- A certificate of recovery from COVID-19 (no more than 180 days old before the day of crossing the border of a particular country)
- A negative COVID-19 test result (the relevant period and kind of test may vary, please check the requirements of the destination country)
COVID-19 situation in Kenya currently
The COVID-19 situation in Kenya is moderate now.
FAQs
Is it safe to travel to Kenya right now?
It is safe to travel to Kenya now. From March 2022, the Kenyan government has lifted basic COVID-19 regulations, like wearing masks in public and restrictions on public gatherings.
Is Nairobi open to travel?
Nairobi is open to travel. Please note that COVID-19 regulations in the capital are the same as in the rest of the country.
Do I have to quarantine if I go to Kenya?
Currently, you do not need to quarantine upon arrival in Kenya. Only unvaccinated travelers who test positive during the on-arrival rapid antigen test will be subjected to self-isolation.
How do I get a health pass to travel to Kenya?
All travelers must register on Global Haven before departure to Kenya and upload their documents to this resource.
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