Do Kenyan passport holders need a visa for United Arab Emirates?
Yes. Kenyan passport holders need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for tourism. Holders of a valid residence permit issued by the United States, a European Union member state, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand or Canada can get a visa on arrival instead: 14 days (AED 100, extendable once) or 60 days (AED 250, single entry). Everyone else arranges the visa before travel through a sponsor such as an airline, hotel or tourism company. The visa fee is AED 100. A decision usually takes 2 days.
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Holders of a valid residence permit issued by the United States, a European Union member state, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand or Canada can get a visa on arrival instead: 14 days (AED 100, extendable once) or 60 days (AED 250, single entry). Everyone else arranges the visa before travel through a sponsor such as an airline, hotel or tourism company.
Kenyan passport holders need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for tourism.
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Fees and timing
| Visa fee | AED 100 |
|---|---|
| Processing time | 2 days |
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Common questions about this route
- How much does a United Arab Emirates visa cost?
- The visa fee is AED 100.
- How long does a United Arab Emirates visa take?
- A decision usually takes 2 days.
- Where do Kenyan passport holders apply for a United Arab Emirates visa?
- You apply online, through the official United Arab Emirates application form.
- What travel insurance do I need for a United Arab Emirates visa?
- You need travel medical insurance that covers medical.
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Requirements last updated October 2026.