→ Senegal visa for Kenyan citizens
As a Kenyan passport holder, you'll find your journey to Senegal remarkably straightforward with a visa on arrival, allowing for a generous 90-day maximum stay. While no advance visa purchase is required for tourism, remember that Senegal's official currency is the West African CFA franc, so currency exchange will be a practical consideration upon landing. Flights from Nairobi to Dakar are common, though often involve a layover, so factor this into your travel time and be prepared for a significant time zone difference.
Visa on arrival90d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Entry requirements
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Onward ticket
- Required
- Health insurance
- Not required
- Yellow fever cert.
- Not required
- Biometrics
- Required
Visa options
TouristEntry Visa (Transit or Stay Not Exceeding Three Months)
90dvalid 3mo
Tourist90‑Day Multiple‑Entry Visa (Frequent Travelers)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
OtherLong‑Stay Visa (Multiple Entry, More Than 90 Days)
multiple-entry
TouristVisa on Arrival (Category B – Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport Only)
30dvalid 1mo
TouristCategory C Visa (Prior Visa Required Before Travel)
90dvalid 3mo
OtherLong‑Stay Visa for U.S. Citizens (Over 90 Days)
TouristVisa Exemption (Short Stay up to 90 Days)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo
OtherVisa Exemption for Laissez‑Passer Holders (UN and ECOWAS)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo