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title: Seychelles visa for citizens of Kenya
description: "Citizens of Kenya can get a visa on arrival in Seychelles. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Seychelles visa for citizens of Kenya

Citizens of Kenya can get a visa on arrival in Seychelles.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (e.g. cash, bank statement, travelers cheques)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport valid 6+ months, onward ticket, accommodation proof, and sufficient funds.
2. **Arrive at Seychelles entry point** — Present passport and documents at immigration counter.
3. **Complete arrival card** — Fill in the arrival/departure card (usually provided on the plane or at the airport).
4. **Pay visa fee (if applicable)** — Visa on arrival is generally free for most nationalities; confirm at counter.
5. **Receive entry stamp** — Immigration officer will stamp passport granting up to 90 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (6+ months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least 2 blank pages
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed booking showing departure from Seychelles
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or letter of invitation with address
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Supporting): Bank statement, cash, or travelers cheques sufficient for stay
- **Completed arrival/departure card** (Travel): Provided on arrival or in-flight
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Required if arriving from an endemic country

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for stay (amount not specified)
- Bank statement
- Cash
- Travelers cheques

No set minimum; must convincingly show ability to support stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be denied if documents are incomplete or funds insufficient.
- Passport must have at least 6 months validity at time of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport valid 6+ months from date of entry.
- **No return/onward ticket** — Book a confirmed onward or return ticket before travel.
- **Inadequate proof of accommodation** — Carry hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter.
- **Failure to prove sufficient funds** — Carry bank statements, cash, or travelers cheques.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Kenya need a visa for Seychelles?

Citizens of Kenya can get a visa on arrival in Seychelles. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Kenya stay in Seychelles?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Kenya need for Seychelles?

Valid passport (6+ months validity); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Completed arrival/departure card; Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable).

### How long must my passport be valid for Seychelles?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Seychelles visa for every passport](/visa/seychelles)
- [Every destination for Kenya passport holders](/visa/passport/kenya)