Applying for a Kenya visa for Moroccan citizens

Kenya is a favourite tourist destination for many people. For a family or couple holiday, this East African country is a recommended choice. Its many attractions contribute to its charm. Better still, you can do business here. If you want to go there, however, you will have to comply with the requirements of the local authorities. The government has lifted the ban on entry to the country since 2021, but requires a Kenya visa for all travellers. If you are Moroccan, you will be required to have this travel document as will all other travellers. Here are the provisions related to the establishment of a Kenya visa for Moroccan.

Kenya visa for Moroccans: key points

• It is now possible to obtain a visa for Kenya online without going to the embassy
• It takes 8 working days to obtain a visa for Kenya from Morocco
• Moroccan travellers can choose between a single-entry or multiple-entry visa for Kenya.

Obtaining a visa is done directly online

Since 1 January 2021, it is no longer possible to obtain a Kenya visa from the embassy in Morocco. You will also not be able to obtain the document by going to the host country as was previously possible. Thus, Moroccan travellers can no longer turn to the Kenyan representation in their country to get a visa.

To get the travel document, you will therefore have to apply online on the official website of the competent authority. This is the trend these days. Apply before you arrive in Kenya. Better still, as the time taken to obtain this travel document is usually variable, it is advisable to start the formalities very early.

Choose the type of Kenya visa

The Kenya eVisa is suitable for business travel within the country and for tourist adventures. Even for transit, you will need this travel document. The Kenya e-visa comes in two main variants for tourists. However, the document will only be valid for a period of 90 days. You will therefore not be able to stay longer on Kenyan soil with a tourist e-visa.

If you plan to stay in Kenya for the duration of your stay, opt for the single entry Kenya e-visa. This is a classic form of Kenya visa that should be presented at the airport and carried with you in case of need. The authority can check this travel document at any time. As the name suggests, the single-entry Kenya visa allows only one entry into the country. It is quite affordable.

If you have other plans outside Kenya, especially in the surrounding countries, you may want to consider a multiple entry Kenya e-visa. This document allows you to enter and exit Kenya multiple times during the validity of the document. As with the single-entry Kenya e-visa, the validity period here is 90 days from the first day of your stay in the country.

Kenya visa application procedure for Moroccan

Connect to the website dedicated to your Kenya visa application for Moroccan. As you can see, you will need a good internet connection and a browser. Once on the platform, you will need to fill in a Kenya visa application form. On this questionnaire, you will need to give information about your identity, your occupation and information about your parents' identity. You will also need to fill in information about your stay, including details of your host's address.

After the application form, you will also need to provide certain documents for your Kenya visa application. As this is a fully digital process, the documents to be provided must be scanned and therefore sent in digital format. These include a colour copy of your valid passport, a passport photo and a copy of your flight ticket. You may also need proof of identity from your host and a letter of invitation from your host for the trip.

When all these documents are sent to the site, you will now be able to proceed to the payment of the fees related to your application. Generally, payment is made by credit/debit card. The application fee varies depending on the type of visa requested. For the single-entry Kenya e-visa, the fee is US$53. A multiple-entry Kenya visa costs US$105. Please note that these amounts are subject to change. They will be increased by the fees charged for the services of intermediary service providers. These specialised agencies follow the process with you and help you to get a response as soon as possible.

After submitting your application, it will take an average of 8 days to receive the Kenya e-visa in your email inbox. The document will be sent to you in PDF format and you will need to print it for use. It should be noted that the waiting time is also variable. Generally, this depends on how your application is processed. For example, processing by sampling takes longer. On the other hand, in the best case, you can have it in three days, especially with an application partner.

Benefits of the Kenya e-visa for Moroccan

For Moroccan travellers, it is mandatory to have an e-visa to visit Kenya. However, it should be noted that this type of visa has several other advantages. Indeed, the East Africa Tourist Visa is an official document retained by agreement between three states. These are Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda. With this travel document, you can easily travel between these three states without having to have a separate visa each time. This makes it more convenient and saves you money.

On the other hand, it must be said that the East Africa Tourist Visa is easily obtained. The application process is very straightforward and will only take a few minutes when your documents are ready. So you save time with this type of visa application.

Finally, remember that in addition to the Kenya visa, Moroccan travellers must also present a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate if you are not vaccinated before entering Kenya.

Adeline HARMANT
As a web writer and globetrotter with a passion for travel and tourism, I have acquired in-depth knowledge of the procedures that are essential for travellers. I help travellers to complete all the formalities required for a successful trip, particularly when it comes to obtaining a visa online. With several years' experience in this field, I'd like to offer you some valuable advice to help you discover the world with complete peace of mind.