KenyaVietnam: e-Visa

KenyaVietnam

Do Kenya passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

e-Visa

Yes. Kenya passport holders need a visa for Vietnam, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn (checked September 3, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance7,890 km, straight line (~9h 47m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Vietnam58 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Vietnam passport holders visiting Kenya: eTA.

Vietnam drives on the right, the opposite side to Kenya. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Vietnam

Kenya passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Kenya passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Kenya passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. Kenya passport holders need a visa for Vietnam, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can Kenya citizens stay in Vietnam without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Vietnam from Kenya?

About 7,890 km in a straight line, roughly ~9h 47m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Vietnam?

Vietnamese đồng (VND).

What is the emergency number in Vietnam?

113 / 114 / 115.

Does Vietnam drive on the same side of the road as Kenya?

Vietnam drives on the right, the opposite side to Kenya. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Vietnam in?

Bangkok (UTC+7).

What is the nearest airport to Hanoi?

Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), about 24 km away.

How many countries can enter Vietnam without a visa?

58 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Vietnam visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Kenya passport holders visit without a visa instead of Vietnam?

Laos, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Kenya

Kenya, officially the Republic of Kenya, is a country located in East Africa. With an estimated population of more than 54.2 million as of mid-2026, it is the 26th-most populous country in the world and the seventh-most populous in Africa. Kenya's capital and largest city is Nairobi. The second-largest and oldest city is Mombasa, a port city located on Mombasa Island. Other major cities within the country include Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret. Going clockwise, Kenya is bordered by South Sudan to the northwest, Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the east, the Indian Ocean to the southeast, Tanzania to the southwest, and Lake Victoria and Uganda to the west. Its geography, climate and population vary. In western Rift Valley counties, the landscape includes cold, snow-capped mountaintops with surrounding forests, wildlife, and fertile agricultural regions in temperate climates. In other areas there are dry, arid, and semi-arid climates, as well as absolute deserts.

CapitalNairobi

RegionEastern Africa

Population57.5M

Area580,367 km²

CurrencyKenyan shilling (1 USD ≈ 129.79 KES)

LanguagesEnglish, Swahili

Calling code+254

Drives on theleft

TimezoneNairobi (UTC+3)

Nearest airportNairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), 5 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites9

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,363 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2M (2019)

Climate in Nairobi

Warmest March, coolest July, driest July, sunniest December. Best time to visit: May, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Nairobi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	23.6°C	15.5°C	225mm	303h
February	25.1°C	15.5°C	180mm	313h
March	25°C	15.9°C	312mm	306h
April	23.9°C	16°C	325mm	269h
May	23.4°C	14.6°C	116mm	320h
June	22.6°C	13.3°C	44mm	292h
July	22.1°C	12.8°C	28mm	270h
August	23.7°C	12.9°C	40mm	275h
September	23.8°C	13.3°C	76mm	276h
October	25.5°C	14.7°C	93mm	325h
November	23.9°C	15.2°C	118mm	301h
December	24.9°C	14.6°C	37mm	345h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kenya in East Africa is a pearl in sub-Saharan Africa. From the scenic sandy beaches at the coast, to the Nairobi National Park, to the majestic Rift Valley, the bird life in Lake Naivasha, the hot boiling springs of Lake Baringo, Lake Turkana and Lake Victoria, Kenya is a very beautiful country with lots of wildlife and scenic features, and is one of the major economic hubs in Africa. Fondly referred to as the "Jewel of Africa", Kenya is a dream destination for its Swahili heritage and the home of humankind and Safari industry.

Upcoming public holidays

October 20, 2026Mashujaa Day

December 12, 2026Jamhuri Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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About Vietnam

Vietnam, officially the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam (SRV), is a country at the eastern edge of Mainland Southeast Asia. With an area of about 331,000 square kilometres and a population of over 102 million, it is the world's 16th-most populous country. One of two communist states in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is bordered by China to the north, and Laos and Cambodia to the west; it lies along the Gulf of Thailand to the southwest and the South China Sea to the east, where it has shared and disputed maritime borders with other countries. Its capital is Hanoi, while its largest city is Ho Chi Minh City.

CapitalHanoi

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population101.6M

Area331,212 km²

CurrencyVietnamese đồng (1 USD ≈ 25869.40 VND)

LanguagesVietnamese

Calling code+84

Drives on theright

TimezoneBangkok (UTC+7)

Nearest airportNoi Bai International Airport (HAN), 24 km

Emergency number113 / 114 / 115

UNESCO sites12

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,066 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.8M (2020)

Climate in Hanoi

Warmest June, coolest December, driest December, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, May, November.

Monthly climate normals for Hanoi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.1°C	95mm	160h
February	23°C	16.1°C	74mm	131h
March	26°C	20.1°C	190mm	117h
April	25.4°C	18.9°C	157mm	144h
May	33°C	25.6°C	136mm	291h
June	35.2°C	27.5°C	122mm	311h
July	34.6°C	27.4°C	150mm	312h
August	31.1°C	25.7°C	471mm	234h
September	30.6°C	25.2°C	538mm	198h
October	26.4°C	20.8°C	299mm	181h
November	25.9°C	19.5°C	81mm	242h
December	20.5°C	13.8°C	27mm	173h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia with great food and a wealth of natural and cultural attractions. Despite the turmoil of the Vietnam War, Vietnam has emerged from the ashes since the 1990s and is undergoing rapid economic development, driven by its young and industrious population. It remains less developed as a tourist destination than Thailand.

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027Tết dương lịch

April 30, 2027Ngày Giải phóng miền Nam, thống nhất đất nước

May 1, 2027Ngày Quốc tế lao động

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