Swaziland visa requirements for Kenyans
Travel and visa requirements
Swazi Visa is not required for Kenyans
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- The visa policy of Swaziland allows Kenyans to visit for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Kenya citizens who wish to stay longer than the 30-day period are to apply and pay for an extension at the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- Travellers should note that Swaziland is also called Eswatini. It was renamed by King Mswati III of Swaziland.
- Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 3 months from the date of entry into Swaziland. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- A return ticket to Kenya or onward destination will be required.
- Kenyans travelling to Swaziland must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Swaziland. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- Visitors are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination before being grant entry into Swaziland.
- Intending visitors can get to Swaziland from any of the international airports in Kenya. There are international airports in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
- Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airways, South African Airways and RwandAir are some of the Airlines that constantly fly from Kenya to Swaziland.
- The estimated flight duration from Nairobi to Lobamba, Swaziland is 5 hours, 55 minutes, 14 hours from Kisumu and from Mombasa it is 10 hours 20 minutes.
- Swaziland has two capital: Mbabane is the administrative capital of Swaziland, while Lobamba is the legislative and royal capital of the country.
- The Swazi Lilangeni is the official currency used in Swaziland. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
- The dominating religion in Swaziland is Christianity with about 80 per cent of the country’s population. Islam and traditional beliefs make up 20 per cent.
- Swazi and English are Swaziland’s two official languages. However, all the locals speak Swazi. Other languages like Afrikaans, Tsonga, and Zulu are spoken in the country.
- The climate in Swaziland ranges from moderate to subtropical. Summer in Swaziland falls between October and March, and temperatures at this time of the year are pleasantly warm, and winter runs from April to September.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $37 to spend on daily expenses while in Swaziland.
- Swaziland uses South Africa Standard Time (GMT+2), which puts Kenya an hour ahead in time.
- Umncweba and umkhunsu, Emasi and Porridge are some of the delicacies visitors can try while n Swaziland.
- The power and socket plug used in Swaziland are of Type M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Movement in Swaziland is possible with buses and kombi taxis.
- Visitors travelling to Swaziland are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and regulations as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eswatini the same as Swaziland?
On the celebration of Swaziland's 50th-year independence, King Mswati III declared that he was changing the name of Swaziland to Eswatini. Both names are currently used interchangeably.
What is the capital of Swaziland?
Swaziland has two capital cities. Mbabane is the administrative capital of Swaziland, while Lobamba is the legislative and royal capital of the country.
When is the best time to travel to Swaziland?
The best time to visit Swaziland is during the dry winter months which is from April to September. During this period, days are warm and nights are pleasantly cool.
Is it safe to travel to Swaziland?
Swaziland is a safe country for tourists and does not have any of South Africa's common crime problems. Tourists are nevertheless advised to still be cautious as they would be in any other country.