Kenyan visa for Ethiopian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Ethiopian passport holders visiting Kenya for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Ethiopian citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for Ethiopian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for Ethiopian citizens | Not Available | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ethiopian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kenya.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kenya.
If you are looking for Kenya visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ethiopia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of Kenya in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Working hours: Close now)
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to Ethiopia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ethiopia traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ethiopia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 114 | N/A |
| 2009 | 139 | 21.93% |
| 2010 | 147 | 5.76% |
| 2011 | 175 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 162 | -7.43% |
| 2013 | 143 | -11.73% |
| 2014 | 126 | -11.89% |
| 2015 | 111 | -11.90% |
| 2016 | 127 | 14.41% |
| 2017 | 136 | 7.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & Ethiopia comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of Ethiopia is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi). This means Ethiopia is 75.70% larger than Kenya.
As of April 2024, Kenya's population is ~58.7 million people - 68,106,606 fewer people than the population of Ethiopia.
We have highlighted Kenya & Ethiopia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | Ethiopia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 58,675,238 | 126,781,844 | 68.1 million fewer people live in Kenya than Ethiopia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 11 | Kenya has 6 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ethiopia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 43 | 12 | Kenya passport holders can visit 31 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 72 | Kenyan hosts 22 more foreign missions than Ethiopia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ethiopia travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from Ethiopia visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 136.
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- Nairobi to Addis Ababa: 952.56 km (591.89 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 59 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024