Kenya to Mali visa requirements
Kenyan travellers need a visa for Mali; the application and payment process is done online via Mali’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal, with the entry permit issued electronically.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Kenya travellers need to know
If you hold a Kenya passport and plan to visit Mali for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Kenyan travellers need a visa for Mali; the application and payment process is done online via Mali’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal, with the entry permit issued electronically.
Typical stay guidance: Allowed stay depends on the visa/entry permit issued; confirm validity and conditions during application.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for the duration of stay (per UK travel advice).
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry (per UK travel advice and WHO country list).
Visa rules can change; confirm the latest requirements and documentation on the Mali MFA portal before travel.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Kenya to Mali.
Entry requirements
- Apply and pay online via the official Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs ‘Missions Diplomatiques et Postes Consulaires’ portal.
- After approval, an entry permit is issued electronically (per UK travel advice).
- Carry proof of yellow fever vaccination (required for entry).
Stay
Allowed stay depends on the visa/entry permit issued; confirm validity and conditions during application.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry (per UK travel advice and WHO country list).
Visa rules can change; confirm the latest requirements and documentation on the Mali MFA portal before travel.
How to prepare (Kenya → Mali)
- 1
Apply on the official Mali eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Kenya passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Mali
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Kenya citizens need a visa for Mali?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Kenya travellers need eVisa for tourism to Mali. Kenyan travellers need a visa for Mali; the application and payment process is done online via Mali’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal, with the entry permit issued electronically.
How long can I stay in Mali on a Kenya passport?
Allowed stay depends on the visa/entry permit issued; confirm validity and conditions during application.
What documents should Kenya travellers carry to Mali?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry (per UK travel advice and WHO country list).
Where can I verify Mali entry rules officially?
Start with: Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Missions Diplomatiques et Postes Consulaires portal (online visa application); UK Government travel advice — Mali entry requirements (online visa process; yellow fever certificate); WHO — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations (country list PDF; includes Mali entry requirement). Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Missions Diplomatiques et Postes Consulaires portal (online visa application)
- UK Government travel advice — Mali entry requirements (online visa process; yellow fever certificate)
- WHO — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations (country list PDF; includes Mali entry requirement)
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.