Topic: Visa
Kenya’s Visa-Free Promise Backfires As Openness Rankings Fall
Kenya has fallen 17 spots in the latest Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI), now ranking 46th out of 54 countries
Kenya has fallen 17 spots in the latest Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI), now ranking 46th out of 54 countries
Kenya Ranks 46th, Trailing Uganda, Tanzania And Somalia In Visa Openness
This is according to the Africa Visa Openness Index 2024 which measures the extent to which each African country is open to visitors from other African countries. Kenya was ranked 46th out of 54 countries in the index, having a 0.113 score.
This is according to the Africa Visa Openness Index 2024 which measures the extent to which each African country is open to visitors from other African countries. Kenya was ranked 46th out of 54 countries in the index, having a 0.113 score.
Department of Justice (DOJ) Sues Visa For Monopolizing Debit Card Swipes
Visa shares dropped by 5.5% on Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit accusing the payment giant of violating antitrust laws.
Visa shares dropped by 5.5% on Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit accusing the payment giant of violating antitrust laws.
China Extends Visa Fingerprint Exemption For Kenyans
The Chinese embassy says the exemption is anchored on streamlining the visa application process, making it more convenient for travelers from Kenya.
The Chinese embassy says the exemption is anchored on streamlining the visa application process, making it more convenient for travelers from Kenya.
Visa Appoints Chad Pollock As New General Manager For East Africa
Visa has appointed Chad Pollock as the new General Manager (GM) for the East African (EA) region, replacing Eva Ngigi-Sarwari, who has been in the position in an acting capacity
Visa has appointed Chad Pollock as the new General Manager (GM) for the East African (EA) region, replacing Eva Ngigi-Sarwari, who has been in the position in an acting capacity
KCB, Visa Unveil Cards For Kenyans Earning Above Kes 300K
The Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) has partnered with Visa to roll out two cards that target those earning above Sh300,000 and over Kes 1 million monthly.
The Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) has partnered with Visa to roll out two cards that target those earning above Sh300,000 and over Kes 1 million monthly.
First Visa-Free Foreigners Arrive In Kenya, Over 5K Applications Received
This is according to Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok, who on Friday said 2,141 travellers had already been approved on the new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) model.
This is according to Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok, who on Friday said 2,141 travellers had already been approved on the new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) model.
Government Amends Citizen And Immigration Regulation To Support Visa-Free Rollout
The government has amended the Citizen and Immigration Regulation, 2023, to support the implementation of a visa-free regime.
The government has amended the Citizen and Immigration Regulation, 2023, to support the implementation of a visa-free regime.
No Visa-Free Entry Into Kenya Just Yet, Government Says
Foreigners visiting Kenya will still need to apply for Visas to enter Kenya, despite President William Ruto's declaration last year that by the beginning of 2024, Kenya will be a Visa-free country.
Foreigners visiting Kenya will still need to apply for Visas to enter Kenya, despite President William Ruto's declaration last year that by the beginning of 2024, Kenya will be a Visa-free country.
Kenya To Become A Visa-Free Country On January 1, Ruto
President William Ruto during the 60th Jamhuri celebrations in Nairobi announced that Kenya will be a visa-free destination beginning January 2024.
President William Ruto during the 60th Jamhuri celebrations in Nairobi announced that Kenya will be a visa-free destination beginning January 2024.
USA Restricts Visas For Uganda, Zimbabwe Officials Over Human Rights Concersns
The United States announced a new visa restriction policy for Ugandan officials, including those it believes are responsible for oppressing marginalized groups in Uganda, as well as a new visa restriction policy for Zimbabwean officials.
The United States announced a new visa restriction policy for Ugandan officials, including those it believes are responsible for oppressing marginalized groups in Uganda, as well as a new visa restriction policy for Zimbabwean officials.
Outcry After 177 Nigerians Have Their Visas Cancelled In Dubai
The diplomatic relations between nigeria and Saudi Arabia are under scrutiny after 177 Nigerians had their visas revoked and were deported from the country.
The diplomatic relations between nigeria and Saudi Arabia are under scrutiny after 177 Nigerians had their visas revoked and were deported from the country.
Good News For Kenyans Planning On Traveling To China After Visa Updates
The Chinese Embassy in Kenya has declared that kenyans will no longer be required to make visa appointments as of November 20, 2023.
The Chinese Embassy in Kenya has declared that kenyans will no longer be required to make visa appointments as of November 20, 2023.
Kenya To Lift Visa Requirements For All Africans To Boost Trade
President William Ruto announced on Saturday that Kenya will lift visa requirements for all Africans by the end of 2023 to enhance trade with African countries.
President William Ruto announced on Saturday that Kenya will lift visa requirements for all Africans by the end of 2023 to enhance trade with African countries.
Democratic Republic Of Congo Lifts Visa Requirements For Kenyans
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced the lifting of visa restrictions on Kenyans traveling to the Central Africa state.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced the lifting of visa restrictions on Kenyans traveling to the Central Africa state.
Kenya Deliberating On Abolishing All Visa Requirements -Ruto
President William Ruto has announced that Kenya is considering abolishing visa requirements for all foreign nationals during the Africa Climate Summit 2023.
President William Ruto has announced that Kenya is considering abolishing visa requirements for all foreign nationals during the Africa Climate Summit 2023.
Relief To Kenyans As UK Visa Processing Will Take Only 3 Weeks
Following significant changes to the length of the visa processing time announced on Wednesday by United Kingdom High Commissioner to Kenya Jane Marriott, Kenyans will now only have to wait three weeks for their UK visas to be processed
Following significant changes to the length of the visa processing time announced on Wednesday by United Kingdom High Commissioner to Kenya Jane Marriott, Kenyans will now only have to wait three weeks for their UK visas to be processed
