Visa for Cyprus from Kenya: price, documents and processing time 2026
Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Kenya apply at the embassy or consulate before departure, for stays up to 90 days per 180-day period.
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Do you hold a valid Schengen visa? Visa-free entry up to 90 days in any 180. Valid double or multiple-entry Schengen C visa, or a Schengen residence permit. No prior entry into Schengen required. Areas controlled by the Republic of Cyprus only. Official source (mfa.gov.cy)
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New service€29
Have your application checked before you submit it
A person reads your documents and tells you in writing what is missing or inconsistent: insurance, accommodation, dates, funds, where to apply.
- You pay €29 by card, secure payment by Stripe.
- You email your documents to [email protected] from the address you paid with.
- You get our written reply within 48 hours, or your money back.
The €29 does not include the appointment, the submission or the visa fees. IziVisas is not a consulate: only the consulate decides.
Pay €29 and have my application checkedOfficial fee
90 EUR
Allowed stay
90 days per 180-day period
Our guide to the Cyprus visa from Kenya
Kenyan passport holders must obtain a consular visa before travelling to Cyprus. Apply by appointment through the relevant embassy or consulate before departure, using the instructions issued by the competent authority.
The visa application must be completed before travel and should not be replaced by an arrival procedure. Prepare a complete file and check current requirements with the official portal or the relevant embassy. The associated stay is 90 days per 180-day period.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, Kenyan passport holders need a consular visa to travel to Cyprus. The visa must be obtained from the relevant embassy or consulate before departure. The associated stay is 90 days per 180-day period.
How much does a visa for Cyprus cost from Kenya?
90 EUR
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
What does a visa for Cyprus really cost?
The published fee is the government charge alone. Two or three other lines are added before the visa is in the passport, and they are what makes the final bill.
- Government fee90 EUR
Paid to the state, non-refundable if the visa is refused.
- Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
Only when the post uses an external centre. The amount is set locally and we do not publish a figure we cannot verify.
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
Never compulsory. An intermediary fills the form for you, it does not change the decision or the processing time.
- ExtrasVariable
Courier return, SMS tracking, compliant photo, insurance, sworn translation or legalisation, depending on what the post requires.
We only display amounts published by an official source. Confirm the total before paying anything.
What documents are required for a visa for Cyprus?
Documents required for a visa for Cyprus:
- Passport valid 3 months beyond departure
- Completed application form
- One passport-size photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Employment certificate or proof of activity
Documents and fees
A typical application file includes an application form, photographs, proof of accommodation, financial resources and insurance. Confirm the exact requirements and any applicable fees with the official portal or the relevant embassy. Provide documents in the format requested by the authority.
How to apply for a visa for Cyprus from Kenya
- 1Book an appointment at the embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
- 2Assemble the complete file before the appointment.
- 3Submit the file and provide your biometric data.
- 4Track the processing and wait for the decision.
- 5Collect your passport with the visa sticker.
How to apply
Book an appointment with the relevant embassy or consulate before travelling to Cyprus. Submit the application form and supporting documents according to the process communicated by the consular authority. Check the official portal or embassy for the applicable procedure.
Where do you apply for a visa for Cyprus from Kenya?
A consular visa for Cyprus is filed with the diplomatic post accredited for Kenya, or with the application centre that post has appointed.
- The competent post is the one accredited for Kenya, which is not always the nearest one geographically.
- An application centre collects the file and the biometrics. It does not decide, it cannot speed up a case, and it is not an agency.
- Appointments are booked with the post or the centre directly. A slot is never sold, and no one can guarantee one.
Visa appointment in Kenya: which centre for which country
What if Cyprus has no embassy in Kenya?
Then the application goes to the post accredited for Kenya, often in a neighbouring capital, or to a state acting on its behalf. Confirm which post is competent with the official source before travelling to a third country to apply, a rejected file at the wrong counter costs the trip and the fee.
You live in Kenya on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Kenya but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Cyprus take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the visa is granted.
Processing times and advice
Processing times can vary depending on the relevant embassy or consulate and on the application file. Apply sufficiently early and wait for the decision before purchasing tickets. Confirm the applicable processing information directly with the consular authority.
Before you fly, and at the border
- Passport validity: most countries require the passport to stay valid beyond the return date, and the margin required differs from one destination to the next. Check it on the official source, and count from your return, not from your departure.
- A visa is not a right of entry. The border officer decides, and may ask for a return ticket, an address or proof of funds even when everything is in order.
- Conditional exemptions exist: several countries waive the visa for holders of a valid visa or residence permit from a third country. This depends on the destination and on the document, and we do not publish that rule when our sources do not carry it. The official page does.
- Minors travelling alone or with one parent are often asked for extra papers, typically a parental authorisation and the family record. Ask the post before booking.
- Overstaying is not a formality. It exposes you to a fine, to removal, and to an entry ban that can outlast the trip by years, including for the whole area when the destination belongs to one.
Common mistakes
Do not purchase tickets before the visa has been granted, and do not assume that an incomplete file will be accepted. Missing proof of accommodation, financial resources or insurance can complicate the review of the application. Check every document with the relevant embassy.
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Other visa types for Cyprus
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 12, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa required
Entry regime
Visa required
Duration
90 days per 180-day period
Price
€90
Official websiteVerified
Work permit
Work visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€190
Processing time
60 days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
€140
Processing time
60 days
Official websiteVerified
Digital Nomad visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€140
Processing time
5-7 weeks
Official websiteVerified
Family Reunification
Family reunification
Duration
1 year
Price
€270
Processing time
120 days
Official websiteVerified
Permanent Residence (Category F)
Investor visa
Duration
Permanent
Price
€500
Processing time
60 days
Official websiteVerified
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Medical costs and repatriation during your stay. If the consulate asks for insurance, check the required amount before buying.
- Medical costs covered up to $250,000
- 180+ countries, United States as an option
- Can be bought once you have left
- Pre-existing conditions not covered
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Cyprus from Kenya?▾
Yes, a consular visa is required: applications are made at the embassy or consulate before departure (allowed stay: 90 days per 180-day period).
How much does a tourist visa for Cyprus cost?▾
The tourist visa costs from 90 EUR in official fees. Service fees may apply when using a provider.
What documents are required for a visa to Cyprus?▾
For the tourist visa application, you will need: Passport valid 3 months beyond departure, Completed application form, One passport-size photo, Proof of accommodation, Return or onward ticket, Proof of sufficient funds, Employment certificate or proof of activity.
How do you apply for a visa for Cyprus from Kenya?▾
The application goes through the embassy, consulate or an accredited visa application centre: book an appointment, assemble the file, submit it with biometric capture, then collect your passport once the decision is made.
How long can you stay in Cyprus?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days per 180-day period.
What other visa types exist for Cyprus?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Cyprus offers among others: Work permit, Digital Nomad visa, Student visa, Family Reunification, Permanent Residence (Category F).
Data verified on 25/10/2026 · Our methodology
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