As we usher in the new year, Kenyan passport holders can celebrate the increased global mobility they have gained in 2023.
Kenya’s passport strength in Africa is further solidified as it secures the 8th spot on the Henley Passport Index. With the advantage of visa-free entry to an impressive 76 countries and territories, Kenya demonstrates its commanding presence in the region.
According to a recent report by the Henley Passport Index, the Kenyan passport has secured its spot as the 8th most influential in Africa.
This noteworthy accomplishment enables Kenyan nationals to enter 76 countries without a visa or with the option of obtaining one upon arrival. This acknowledgement is a testament to Kenya’s commitment to fostering global connections and simplifying overseas journeys for its people. Kenyan passport holders now have the remarkable opportunity to travel visa-free to an extensive list of countries and territories.
This showcases the newfound strength of the passport on the global stage. The following countries warmly welcome Kenyan citizens without the need for a visa:
1. Antigua and Barbuda
2. Bahamas
3. Barbados
4. Benin
5. Bolivia
6. Botswana
7. British Virgin Islands
8. Burkina Faso
9. Burundi
10. Cambodia
11. Cape Verde Islands
12. Cayman Islands
13. Comoro Islands
14. Congo (Dem. Rep.)
15. Cook Islands
16. Cuba
17. Dominica
18. eSwatini
19. Ethiopia
20. Fiji
21. Ghana
22. Grenada
23. Guinea-Bissau
24. Haiti
25. Hong Kong (SAR China)
26. Indonesia
27. Iran
28. Jamaica
29. Jordan
30. Kiribati
31. Laos
32. Lesotho
33. Macao (SAR China)
34. Madagascar
35. Malawi
36. Malaysia
37. Maldives
38. Mali
39. Mauritania
40. Mauritius
41. Micronesia
42. Montserrat
43. Mozambique
44. Namibia
45. Nepal
46. Nigeria
47. Niue
48. Palau Islands
49. Panama
50. Philippines
51. Rwanda
52. Samoa
53. Senegal
54. Seychelles
55. Sierra Leone
56. Singapore
57. Somalia
58. South Sudan
59. St. Kitts and Nevis
60. St. Lucia
61. St. Vincent and the Grenadines
62. Sudan
63. Tanzania
64. The Gambia
65. Timor-Leste
66. Togo
67. Trinidad and Tobago
68. Tuvalu
69. Uganda
70. Vanuatu
71. Zambia
72. Zimbabwe
In addition, the inclusion of more countries in the list of places where Kenyan citizens can obtain a visa upon arrival has opened up a wider array of travel options. This extension of visa-exempt destinations is a clear demonstration of Kenya’s commitment to fostering stronger international ties. By embracing these newfound opportunities, Kenyan passport holders play a role in promoting global connectivity and cooperation. The notable advancements highlighted in the Henley Passport Index reaffirm Kenya’s steadfast dedication to empowering its citizens with increased global mobility.
