Visa for Mexico from Kenya: price, documents and processing time 2026

Yes, travellers holding a Kenyan passport must apply for a consular visa before travelling to Mexico. The application is made through the relevant Mexican embassy or consulate before departure. The associated length of stay is 180 days.

• Government fee56 USD
• Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
• Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
• ExtrasVariable

A typical file may include an application form, photographs, and evidence of accommodation, financial resources, and insurance. Confirm the exact documents, required format, and any applicable fees with the official portal or the relevant embassy. Do not rely on an unofficial document list.

Book an appointment with the relevant Mexican embassy or consulate, following the procedure published by that mission. Submit your application and required supporting documents at the appointment. Check the official portal or the embassy for the rules that apply to your individual situation.

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.

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.

Processing times may vary by embassy or consulate, time of year, and the review of the application. Ask the relevant mission for current information before arranging your trip. It is not advisable to purchase tickets before the visa has been issued.

A common mistake is attending without an appointment or submitting an incomplete file. Do not assume that documents used for a previous trip will necessarily be accepted again. Check requirements with the embassy or official portal before submitting your application.