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Niger Visa for Kenya Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Kenyan citizens need a consular visa for Niger, obtained in advance from a Nigerien embassy or consulate — standard processing takes about 5-10 working days.

Guide last updated September 25, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed Nigerien visa application form
  • Two recent passport-size photos (color, white background)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter from a host in Niger)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the stay and a return or onward travel ticket
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory, given Niger's location in the yellow-fever endemic belt)
  • No biometrics collected at the application stage in most missions; fingerprints/photo may be captured on arrival
  • Travel health insurance is recommended given limited healthcare infrastructure outside Niamey
  • As Niger has no embassy in Kenya, applications are usually routed through the nearest Nigerien mission (commonly reachable via its embassy network referenced at nigerembassy.org) or a regional mission covering East Africa

Visa types

  • Tourist visa: single entry, valid for use within 90 days of issue, permits a stay of up to 30 days
  • Business visa: single entry, requires an invitation/support letter from a Nigerien company or organization
  • Multiple-entry visa: available for frequent travelers (e.g., NGO or diplomatic-adjacent work) with valid justification, longer validity up to 1 year
  • Transit visa: shorter validity, for travelers passing through Niger to a third country

How to apply

  • Contact the nearest Nigerien embassy or consulate responsible for Kenya (check nigerembassy.org for the current mission list, as Niger's diplomatic representation for East Africa can be routed through a regional embassy)
  • Submit the completed application form along with your passport, photos, invitation letter, yellow fever certificate, and proof of funds — either in person at the responsible mission or by courier
  • Pay the visa fee as instructed by the mission (cash, bank transfer, or postal money order depending on location)
  • Processing is handled by consular staff; interviews are uncommon for tourist applications but may be requested for business visas
  • Once issued, the visa is stamped/affixed in the passport and returned in person or by courier
  • Confirm any updated entry requirements directly with the embassy, since Niger's visa policy and diplomatic posture have shifted in recent years and rules can change with little notice

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist visa fee: approximately USD 50-100 depending on the issuing mission and visa duration
  • Courier/postal costs, if the application is submitted to a mission outside Kenya, typically add USD 40-80
  • Total estimated cost: USD 90-180 including logistics
  • Standard processing time: 5-10 working days from a complete application at the responsible mission
  • No official express service is generally advertised; allow extra time given the lack of a local embassy in Kenya

Tips for Kenya travelers

  • Begin the visa process at least 3-4 weeks ahead of travel to account for courier transit and consular processing time
  • Confirm current security and entry advisories for Niger before finalizing travel plans, as conditions can affect both visa issuance and on-ground safety
  • Ensure your yellow fever certificate is valid and matches WHO International Certificate of Vaccination requirements, as this is checked closely at the point of entry
  • A clear, verifiable invitation letter (for business travel) significantly reduces processing delays
  • Reconfirm visa and entry rules directly with the Nigerien mission shortly before travel, since policies affecting Niger's borders have changed periodically in recent years

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.