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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do South Korea citizens need a visa for Kenya?

e-Visa / ETA

South Korea citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Kenya — applied for online before departure.

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South Korea → Kenya
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South Korea vs Kenya: passport comparison

South Korea

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #20 · mobility 169.7

Kenya

40

visa-free countries

Global rank: #133 · mobility 87.4
26

countries both South Korea and Kenya can enter visa-free together

South Korea + Kenya: passport compatibility

36%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where South Korea and Kenya travel together — by entry type:

26 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
14 both e-visa / eTA
11 both need a visa
127 access differs

Where South Korea and Kenya can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: South Korea → Kenya

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The South Korea → Kenya rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1rule changes for the South Korea passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Kenya: good to know

Nairobi

Capital

Kenyan Shilling (KES)

Currency

East Africa Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+254

Calling code

G

Power plug

240V / 50Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else South Korea goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Kenya

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do South Korea citizens need a visa for Kenya?
South Korea citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Kenya — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — South Korea or Kenya?
The South Korea passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 40. Global rank: South Korea #20, Kenya #133.
Where can South Korea and Kenya citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 26 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Kenya?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between South Korea and Kenya?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

South Korea passport ranking

Where else the South Korea passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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