Kenya visa requirements for Algerians
Travel and visa requirements
Kenyan Visa is not required for Algerians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Citizens of Algeria intending to visit Kenya must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Kenya consulate in the applicants home country.
- The duration of stay for Algerians is for a maximum of 90 days.
- The visa will be issued upon arrival to the traveler.
- Applicants applying from Algeria are expected to have a return or onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodations is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Algerians will also need a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- There is a free import duty for passengers who are 16 years or older to import 1/2 lb. of tobacco, 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars and 1 bottle of alcohol.
- The import of fruit, poultry meat and products, imitation and toy firearms is prohibited.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an Import Permit issued by Kenya and a veterinarian good health certificate and rabies certificate issued at point of origin. Rabies vaccination must be at least 1 month and max. 1 year prior to arrival to Kenya.
- Algerians may import local and foreign currencies without restrictions but amounts exceeding USD 10,000 must be declared.
- In Kenya, the standard voltage is 240 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in Kenya, if the standard voltage in your home country is between 220 - 240 V .
- The use and trafficking of illegal Class A drugs in Kenya carries heavy fines and jail sentences. The penalty for possession is 10 years in prison.
- It is illegal to buy, sell, kill or capture any protected wild animal or trade any of its parts without a licence in Kenya.
- You must carry a form of ID with you at all times. A copy of your passport is normally acceptable, but recently some police officers have been insisting on the original document.
- The coastal areas in Kenya dominated by Muslims. Although there are no strict dress codes,tourists are expected to dress conservatively away from the tourist resorts and hotels, especially in Mombasa town, during the holy month of Ramadan or while visiting religious areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a Kenyan visa valid for?
The eVisa to Kenya once issued is valid for 3 months, Once you arrive in Kenya within that 3 month period, the immigration officer will determine your length of stay which cannot exceed 90 days.
What injections do you need for Kenya?
The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Kenya: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera,yellowfever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella(MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
Is it dangerous to travel to Kenya?
You should drive defensively and always be aware of your surroundings. The road from Nairobi to Mombasa is congested and can be dangerous for tourists unfamiliar with local driving conditions. You should travel by air or train if possible.
Is Kenya poor?
Kenya is a country of many contrasts, from its landscape to demographics, and more so its social and economic inequalities. Kenya is one of the most unequal countries in the sub-region. Forty-two per cent of its population of 44 million, live below the poverty line.
Which year did Kenya gain independence?
Kenya gained its independence from Britain with Jomo Kenyatta as the country's first Prime Minister. The Union Jack was replaced by the black, red and green flag of the new nation. This followed the first all-inclusive elections on 27 May 1963. A year later Kenya was declared a Republic.