Spanish visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Kenyan passport holders visiting Spain for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Spain for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Spain e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Spain visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Spain tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Spain.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Spain.
If you are looking for Spain visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Kenya, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Spain nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The Embassy of Spain in Nairobi, Kenya (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 49 minutes)
- Mombasa: The Consulate General of Spain in Mombasa, Kenya (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 49 minutes)
Spain visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Spain diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Spain from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 49,185 | N/A |
| 2009 | 44,873 | -8.77% |
| 2010 | 45,302 | 0.96% |
| 2011 | 48,312 | 6.64% |
| 2012 | 49,419 | 2.29% |
| 2013 | 52,181 | 5.59% |
| 2014 | 55,848 | 7.03% |
| 2015 | 58,631 | 4.98% |
| 2016 | 64,771 | 10.47% |
| 2017 | 70,407 | 8.70% |
| 2018 | 71,185 | 1.11% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Spain & Kenya comparison
Spain's area is approximately 498,800 km2 (192,587 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 14.10% larger than Spain.
As of April 2024, Spain's population is ~46.8 million people - 11,845,653 fewer people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Spain & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Spain | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 46,829,585 | 58,675,238 | 11.8 million fewer people live in Spain than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 215 | 5 | Spain has 210 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 144 | 43 | Spain passport holders can visit 101 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 492 | 94 | Spanish hosts 398 more foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Spain in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Spain in 2018 was approximately 71,185.
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- Madrid to Nairobi: 5808.95 km (3609.51 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 6 minutes
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