Relief as UAE Announces Visa Changes for Kenyan Travellers

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The embassy said the new arrangement, which took effect on June 25, 2026, applies to holders of ordinary Kenyan passports and their accompanying family members who meet the eligibility requirements.

According to the embassy, the visa-on-arrival programme is available to Kenyans with valid residence permits from the U.S, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Canada, and New Zealand.

“Effective June 25, 2026, the United Arab Emirates will grant visas on arrival to ordinary passport holders from the Republic of Kenya, and their accompanying family members who hold valid residence permits from these countries," the embassy said.

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“These include Kenya, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, Singapore, the Republic of Korea, Canada, and New Zealand. This initiative reflects the UAE’s commitment to facilitating travel and reinforcing its position as a global destination for tourism, business, and investment,” it added.

The move is expected to ease travel for thousands of Kenyans living abroad by removing the need to apply for a UAE visa before travelling to the Asian country.

In a statement, the UAE Embassy said the move is part of efforts to facilitate easy travel and strengthen connections between the UAE and international visitors, particularly from Kenya.

The announcement marks a huge change for eligible Kenyan travellers, many of whom previously had to undergo the normal standard visa application process before entering the country.

The UAE has, for a long time, been a key destination for thousands of Kenyan tourists, business people, and other stakeholders due to its strong economic ties with Kenya and its status as a major global travel hub.

UAE’s latest directive is expected to significantly boost movement between Kenya and the UAE by making entry procedures faster, cheaper and more convenient.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke

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