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United States visa requirements for Kenyan passport holders

Yes. Kenyan passport holders need a visa to visit United States for tourism. The visa fee is USD 185.

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Kenyan passport holders need a visa to visit United States for tourism.

Get your documents complete and consistent before you apply, then check whether you are ready.

Fees and timing

Visa feeUSD 185

Not sure you are ready to apply?

Run a free readiness check. Meridian shows you what is still missing or inconsistent before you apply. We do not promise approval. We help you apply with confidence.

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Why we say this

How applying works

Gather your documents

8 documents. Upload what you already have, we read them and fill the rest.

Passport photo (ICAO)Valid passportBank statement / proof of fundsTravel insuranceProof of onward travel arrangementsVisa application formApplication fee payment receiptEvidence of employment or family ties
We draft the missing documents for you: a consular cover letter and your itinerary

Review your application

We review your documents against the consulate's rules and tell you if you're ready, or not yet

Complete the official application form

We draft the application for you

Pay the USD 185 visa fee

Paid at U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Book your biometrics appointment

Give your fingerprints and hand in your file at U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Then the consulate decides

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Requirements last updated October 2026.

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