Mali visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting Mali

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


  • Original Kenyan passport which has a validity of six months from the period of exiting the country. The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
  • Two original visa application forms duly completed. The application form should carry the applicant’s signature.
  • Two passport-sized taken with a white background. The passport should not be older than 6 months.
  • Bank statement which from the past six months from the time of visa application. This is proof that you can take care of yourself while in the country.
  • Travel Insurance and Medical Insurance which covers the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • A return flight ticket booking or ticket for your journey.
  • Travel itinerary.

Mali Visa for Kenyans

Facts about Mali


Mali is a country known for its historical buildings, wildlife, and national parks. You can take a tour of the National Museum of Mali, go hiking on Mount Hombori, visit La Duna Rose or the Gouina Falls. Visiting Mali will be worth your while with all the attractions available.

The country receives a total of 173,200 tourists yearly.

Travelers are advised to carry a form of identification at all times as there is a tendency for the local authority to carry out random checks. Although homosexuality is legal in Mali, public displays of affection between homosexuals are seen as offensive by the locals.

Types of Mali Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 - 8 working days 90 days
Business visa 5 - 8 working days 90 days
Transit visa 5 - 8 working days 24 hours

General Requirements for Mali Visa


  • Original Kenyan passport which has a validity of six months from the period of exiting the country. The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
  • Two original visa application forms duly completed. The application form should carry the applicant’s signature.
  • Two passport-sized taken with a white background. The passport should not be older than 6 months.
  • Bank statement which from the past six months from the time of visa application. This is proof that you can take care of yourself while in the country.
  • Travel Insurance and Medical Insurance which covers the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • A return flight ticket booking or ticket for your journey.
  • Travel itinerary.

Mali Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

110.00 (USD)

Business visa

110.00 (USD)

Transit visa

20.00 (USD)

Mali Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Kenya


Location

Address

Nairobi

UNIPEN Apartments, 2nd Floor, Block A Argwings Kodhek Road, Hurlingham, Nairobi, Kenya.

odudu.magoha@uonbi.ac.ke

+254 73 647 6302

Frequently Asked Questions


Do I need a visa to visit Mali?

Yes, Kenyans require a visa to visit Mali.


What is the highest point in Mali?

The Mount Hombori is the highest point in Mali. It is located in Mali’s Mopti Region near the town of Hombori. The mountain is 1,153 meters high.


How much of Mali is a desert?

Mali’s size is 1,240,192 square kilometers and desert or semi-desert covers about 65 percent of Mali’s total area.


What is the main religion in Mali?

The most practiced religion in Mali is Islam. Muslims constitute about 98% of the population of Mali.


What is the official language spoken in Mali?

The official language spoken in Mali is French.


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