Kenyan visa for South African citizens
A visa is NOT required for South African passport holders visiting Kenya for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Harare: The Embassy of in Harare, ~ 1636.59 kilometers (1016.93 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 12 minutes).
- Luanda: The Embassy of in Luanda, ~ 2610.86 kilometers (1622.31 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 42 minutes).
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 9,470 | N/A |
| 2009 | 11,554 | 22.01% |
| 2010 | 12,201 | 5.60% |
| 2011 | 14,525 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 13,438 | -7.48% |
| 2013 | 11,902 | -11.43% |
| 2014 | 10,466 | -12.07% |
| 2015 | 9,246 | -11.66% |
| 2016 | 10,524 | 13.82% |
| 2017 | 11,321 | 7.57% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & South Africa comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 2.13 times bigger than Kenya.
As of April 2024, Kenya's population is ~58.7 million people - 3,670,056 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Kenya & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 58,675,238 | 62,345,294 | 3.7 million fewer people live in Kenya than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 124 | Kenya has 119 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 43 | 67 | Kenya passport holders visit 24 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 197 | Kenyan hosts 103 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 11,321.
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Useful Information
- Nairobi to Pretoria: 3400.74 km (2113.12 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 5 minutes
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