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How to get a Guyana visa from Kenya

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Kenyan passport holders travelling to Guyana.

Visa types & fees

3 visa options for travelling to Guyana.

Business visa

Processing time10 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$160

Tourist visa

Processing time10 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$160

Transit visa

Processing time10 working days
Validity24 hours
Fee (approx.)$160

Application requirements

Documents Kenyan applicants need to provide.

  • Valid passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least one blank page for the necessary stamp.
  • Correctly completed visa application form which has been appropriately signed by the applicant.
  • Three copies of recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Bank statement and payslips from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof that the applicant can take care of himself/herself while in the country.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • Kenyans who have the intention of visiting Guyana for leisure and tourism are eligible for this visa.
  • Foreigners who have been invited to the country by their friends or relatives who have taken up permanent residence in the country are also eligible for this visa.
  • Applicants of this visa who are traveling to Guyana based on the invitation from their friend or relative are required to present a letter of invitation from their host. The letter should state the relationship between the host and the applicant of this visa. Also, the letter should contain the valid contact details of the host.
  • Kenyans who have picked up interest in attending festivals and events during their time in the country can do so without restrictions.
  • A letter from your employer in Kenya written on the company’s letterhead, with the contact details of the company is required. Your employer should state in the letter that your leave has been approved. The purpose and the duration of the trip to Guyana should be stated in the letter.
  • A copy of the applicant’s residence permit in Kenya should be provided.
  • Minors should ensure they present the original copy of their birth certificate. Also, a notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor should be made available.
  • Foreigners traveling to Guyana are expected to provide a document which shows that they have the incentive of returning to Kenya.
  • Proof of payment of visa application is required.
  • Kenyans are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment during their time in the country.
  • Applicants of this visa should ensure they obey all the rules guiding this visa.

Business visa

  • The Business Visa is issued to foreigners who aim to visit their partner companies in Guyana to foster and improve business relationships.
  • During business meetings between Kenyans and their partners in Guyana, negotiations, and signing of business contracts can be done.
  • Foreigners who are in Guyana for business can attend business summits, conferences, and trade fairs.
  • If you will be attending a conference in Guyana, you are advised to register before leaving Kenya. Proof of registration should be presented during the visa application process.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer is required. The letter should state confirmation of business leave. The duration and the purpose of the applicant’s visit should be clearly stated in the letter.
  • An official letter of invitation from the inviting company in Guyana should be provided. The letter should introduce the applicant, state the nature of the business to be conducted, and the duration of the applicant’s visit. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of Guyana.
  • A copy of the Certificate of Business Registration of the company in Guyana is required.
  • The business letter must state whether the applicant’s employer or the host company in Guyana will take up the responsibility of the applicant’s finances.
  • If there have been previous business transactions between the two parties, proof of this should be provided.
  • Proof of payment of visa application is required.
  • Kenyans should have proof that they have the incentive of returning to their country at the expiry of their visa.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, a notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.

Transit visa

  • This visa is for foreigners who are making short stops in Guyana.
  • Applicant’s of this visa have the intention of transiting through Guyana to their destination country.
  • Traveling from Kenya to Guyana and from Guyana back to Kenya cannot be regarded as transit.
  • The visa and other entry permits of the destination country should be provided.
  • Flight ticket of the destination country is also required.
  • Applicants of this visa who are under the age of 18 years should ensure they submit the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Receipt of paid visa application form should be provided.
  • An extension to this visa cannot be granted.

Frequently asked questions

What is the culture like in Guyana?

Guyanese culture reflects the influence of Indian, African, Amerindian, British, Portuguese, Chinese, and Dutch cultures.

What language does Guyana speak?

The official language spoken in Guyana is the English language.

What religion is practiced in Guyana?

Christianity and Hinduism are the dominant religions in Guyana. Approximately 63 percent of the population is Christian.

What are Guyanese people mixed with?

Afro-Guyanese makes up about three-tenths of the population. While every possible ethnic mixture can be found in Guyana, mulattoes are the most common.

What is Guyana known for?

It is the only English-speaking country of South America.
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