Macao visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Macanese Visa is not required for Kenyans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Kenya passport holders can get a visa upon their arrival at any international airport in Macao.
  • This visa allows the visitor to stay in Macao for a duration of 30 days.
  • Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Macao. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
  • Tourists who wish to stay beyond the 30-day validity should apply for an extension at the  Macao SAR immigration department.
  • Kenyans under the age of 18, who want to travel to Macao must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Macao and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
  • Tourists are required to provide proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
  • Prospective visitors can get to Macao from international airports in Kenya. There are international airports in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
  • Kenya Airways, Ethiopia Airways, Air China, and Air Macao are some of the carriers that fly from Kenya to Macao.
  • The estimated flight time from Nairobi to Macao is 18 hours, 45 minutes, 22 hours, 45 minutes from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it is 20 hours, 55 minutes.
  •  Although Macanese Pataca is the official currency in Macao, most of the money in circulation in the Region is actually Hong Kong dollars. Visitors are advised to exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
  • The official languages in Macao are Chinese (Cantonese) and Portuguese. Macao uses to be a former colony of Portugal.
  • The climate of Macau is subtropical, with very mild winters and hot, rainy, and muggy summers. Spring in Macao is from March to May, Summer starts in June and ends with August, autumn lasts from September to November, and Winter in Macao is from December to February.
  • Portuguese egg tart, pork chop bun, mashed potatoes, Portuguese seafood rice, serradura,  and prawn tartar are special delicacies in Macao.
  • Macao Maritime Museum, Macao Tower, Grand Resort Deck and The House of Dancing Water are some of the centres of attraction in Macao.
  • Visitors can move around in Macao with minibuses, taxis, boats and planes.
  • Macao uses the China Standard Time (GMT+8), which puts Macao five hours ahead of Kenya.
  • The power and socket plug used in Macao are of Type G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Macao has a low crime rate. Even so, tourists are advised to exercise caution when in congested areas and pay particular attention to personal belongings while in crowded areas and while travelling on public transportation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Kenyans require a visa to Macao?

Yes. Kenyans can obtain a visa on arrival at any International airport in Macao, which will be valid for a period of 30 days. 

Can I extend my stay in Macao?

Yes. Visitors can extend their stay in Macao by an additional six months, after applying for an extension at the Macau Immigration Department.

Are there any vaccinations required for entry into Macao?

There are no particular vaccinations required. However, tourists are advised to get vaccinated for common illnesses before travelling to Macao.

How long should my passport be valid for before travelling to Macao?

Visitors should have a passport valid for at least one month after their proposed date of departure from Macao. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.

Is Macao safe for tourist travel?

Macao is very safe and the country experiences very low levels of crime. However, visitors should take the usual precautions that they would take in any city.