United States of America visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting United States of America

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a American Visa.


  • A Kenyan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

United States Of America Visa for Kenyans

Facts about United States Of America


The United States of America is one of the main tourist destinations in the world. You cannot truly see all the country has to offer in one trip. If you have exhausted the things to see in a particular location, the next location brings up a fresh array of things to see. The country has beautiful scenery, entertainment options, magnificent architecture, great tourist sites and so much more. No matter what you are interested in doing, you are sure to get it in the United States of America. National Parks, casinos, beaches, historical sites, movie theatres, trade fairs, shopping malls, restaurants, nightlife are just some of the things you can do in the country. Make sure you enjoy the rollercoaster of fun during your time here.
 
Tourism in the USA is a large industry that contributes greatly to the American economy. The United States of America is the country that attracts the third-largest number of tourists behind France and Spain and this may be attributed to the fact that tourists stay longer in the United States more than they do in France and Spain. The country plays host to about 78 million tourists yearly. Since Donald Trump got elected, the number of tourist visits in the United States has dropped by 4% and has led to the loss of about 40,000 jobs.
 
Citizens of Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, Caymans, Australia, Belgium, Brunei, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, South Korea, New Zealand, etc can gain entry to the United States of America visa-free for a certain period of time.

Drug use is illegal in the country and carries lengthy prison sentences and hefty fines. Foreign nationals from Sudan, Syria, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen are not eligible to travel to the United States.

Types of United States Of America Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 - 15 days 180 days
Student visa 5 - 15 days Valid for the duration of your study
Work visa 15 - 90 days 3 years
Transit visa 5 working days 29 days
Official visa 3 - 5 days Indefinite

General Requirements for United States Of America Visa


  • A Kenyan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

United States Of America Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

B-1 (Business Visa)

B-2 (Tourist Visa)

160.00 (USD)

160.00 (USD)

Student visa

F-1 (Student Visa)

J-1 (Exchange Visitor Visa)

M-1 (Vocational and Non-Academic Education Visa)

Q-1 (Cultural Exchange Visa)

160.00 (USD)

160.00 (USD)

160.00 (USD)

190.00 (USD)

Work visa

H-1 (Temporary Workers Visa)

H-2A (Visa for Agricultural Workers)

H-3 (Special Education Visitors Visa)

L-1 (Intracompany Transfers Visa)

I (Media and Journalist Visa)

O-1 Visa (Person with Extraordinary Ability)

P (Visa for Athletes)

190.00 (USD)

190.00 (USD)

190.00 (USD)

190.00 (USD)

160.00 (USD)

190.00 (USD)

190.00 (USD)

Transit visa

Transit Visa

Crewmember Visa

160.00 (USD)

160.00 (USD)

Official visa

A-1 (Diplomatic Visa)

0.00 (USD)

United States Of America Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Kenya


Location

Address

Nairobi

United Nations Avenue, Village Market, Nairobi, Kenya.

https://www.ke.usembassy.gov/visa/

essa_contactus+ke+info+en@visaops.net

+254 20 764 0121, +254 20 363 6000

Frequently Asked Questions


What types of visas are available?

There are over 15 USA visa types available for you, depending on the purpose of your travel.


Should I book my travel before the interview?
Applicants are strongly advised not to book travel before their interview, until they receive their passport and visa.

I changed my name, is my US visa with my old name still valid?
If you legally changed your name, you will need to obtain a new passport. Once you have obtained a new passport, you can then apply for a visa.

I have a nonimmigrant visa that will expire soon. Do I need to go through the whole visa application process again?
Yes, you will need to go through the entire visa application process each time you apply for a visa, even if your visa is still valid.

How long does my passport have to be valid in order to apply for a US visa?

The passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond the applicant’s intended period of stay in the United States.


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