MozambiqueKenya: Visa-free

MozambiqueKenya

Do Mozambique passport holders need a visa for Kenya?

Visa-free

No. Mozambique passport holders do not need a visa to visit Kenya for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: etakenya.go.ke (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance2,782 km, straight line (~3h 46m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kenya242 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kenya passport holders visiting Mozambique: Visa-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Mozambique passport holders need a visa for Kenya?

No. Mozambique passport holders do not need a visa to visit Kenya for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

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

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Kenya from Mozambique?

About 2,782 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 46m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Kenya?

Kenyan shilling (KES).

What is the emergency number in Kenya?

112 / 999.

What time zone is Kenya in?

Nairobi (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Nairobi?

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Kenya without a visa?

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

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 Mozambique

Mozambique, officially the Republic of Mozambique, is a country in Southeast Africa bordered by the Indian Ocean to the east, Tanzania to the north, Malawi and Zambia to the northwest, Zimbabwe to the west, and Eswatini and South Africa to the south and southwest. The sovereign state is separated from the Comoros, Mayotte, and Madagascar through the Mozambique Channel to the east. The capital and largest city is Maputo.

CapitalMaputo

RegionEastern Africa

Population35.6M

Area801,590 km²

CurrencyMozambican metical (1 USD ≈ 63.77 MZN)

LanguagesPortuguese

Calling code+258

Drives on theleft

TimezoneMaputo (UTC+2)

Nearest airportMaputo Airport (MPM), 5 km

Emergency number117 / 119 / 198

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$627 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2M (2019)

Climate in Maputo

Warmest January, coolest July, driest May, sunniest March. Best time to visit: March, May, June, July, August, September, November.

Monthly climate normals for Maputo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	30.3°C	23.3°C	94mm	353h
February	29.6°C	22.9°C	293mm	282h
March	29.5°C	21.5°C	23mm	354h
April	27.3°C	20°C	111mm	280h
May	26.3°C	17°C	7mm	317h
June	23.9°C	14.9°C	65mm	286h
July	23.8°C	13.7°C	13mm	306h
August	25.5°C	15.4°C	14mm	285h
September	26.1°C	17.7°C	23mm	295h
October	26.7°C	19.3°C	76mm	296h
November	29.7°C	21.5°C	32mm	314h
December	30°C	22.8°C	173mm	342h

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

Mozambique is a country on the Indian Ocean coast of Southern Africa. From the Monte Binga peak, 2,436 m (7,992 ft) high, to the stunning beaches along the coast, Mozambique is a country of contrasts. As well as some of the best colonial era architecture and relics to be found on the continent, Mozambique has also preserved its African cultural heritage, which can be experienced through art, music and food. Its eastern coastline along the Indian Ocean is more than 1,000 km long, a fantastic draw for scuba divers, fishermen, sailors and beach lovers.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Island of Mozambique
Maputo National Park

Upcoming public holidays

September 25, 2026Dia da Revolução

October 4, 2026Dia da Paz e da Reconcialição

December 25, 2026Natal

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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 ≈ 129.73 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	15.6°C	225mm	303h
February	25°C	15.6°C	180mm	313h
March	24.9°C	16°C	312mm	306h
April	23.9°C	16.1°C	324mm	269h
May	23.4°C	14.7°C	117mm	320h
June	22.6°C	13.4°C	44mm	292h
July	22.1°C	13°C	28mm	270h
August	23.6°C	13.1°C	40mm	275h
September	23.8°C	13.3°C	76mm	276h
October	25.5°C	14.8°C	93mm	325h
November	23.9°C	15.3°C	118mm	301h
December	24.9°C	14.7°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 10, 2026Mazingira Day

October 20, 2026Mashujaa Day

December 12, 2026Jamhuri Day

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