Philippines Visa RequirementsFor Kenya passport holders
Kenyan citizens require a visa to visit the Philippines, costing approximately $40 for a 59-day stay. Applications are processed at the Philippine Embassy in Nairobi or via the Philippine Bureau of Immigration online system. No direct flights connect Nairobi to Manila.
Kenya passport holders require a visa to enter Philippines.
Apply at the Philippine Embassy in Nairobi. Required documents include a completed application form, valid passport (at least 6 months validity), two passport photos, confirmed return flight tickets, proof of accommodation or an invitation letter from a Philippine contact, 3 months of bank statements, and employment details. The processing fee is approximately $40. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. Alternatively, check if the Philippine Bureau of Immigration e-Visa portal (evisa.immigration.gov.ph) is available for Kenyan passport holders for online applications.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Kenya to Philippines: What You Need to Know
The Philippines does not offer visa-free access to Kenyan passport holders. Unlike many countries that offer Kenyans easier access, the Philippines requires an advance visa application. The Philippine Embassy in Nairobi covers Kenya. A 59-day tourist visa costs approximately $40 (2,000 PHP plus processing). Extensions are possible at Philippine Bureau of Immigration offices once in-country. The Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,100 islands with world-class beaches, dive sites, and a vibrant Manila capital.
How to Get There
No direct flights connect Nairobi (NBO) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) or Cebu (CEB). Common routings go via Dubai (DXB) with Emirates then Philippine Airlines or Cebu Pacific, or via Singapore (SIN) with Singapore Airlines then connect. Alternatively, fly via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) with Malaysian Airlines then AirAsia or other carriers. Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) to Singapore or other Asian hubs is another option. Total journey time is typically 16 to 20 hours.
Money & Banking
The Philippines uses the Philippine peso (PHP). ATMs are widely available in Manila and major tourist areas. International Visa and Mastercard work at most ATMs and hotels. The Philippines is generally affordable: budget accommodation from $15 to $25 per night, local meals from $2 to $5, upscale beach resorts from $80 per night. El Nido and Coron in Palawan are more expensive due to popularity. USD is often accepted at tourist businesses and can be exchanged easily.
Practical Tips
Palawan is regularly rated among the world's best islands: El Nido has dramatic limestone karst lagoons and beaches, while Coron offers incredible wreck diving. Boracay has famous white-sand beach and water sports. Cebu is a major hub for diving in the Visayas and gateway to whale shark swimming in Oslob. Manila has Intramuros (Spanish colonial walled city), excellent food, and nightlife. Bohol has the Chocolate Hills and the Philippine tarsier, one of the world's smallest primates. English is widely spoken throughout the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to fly from Nairobi to Stockholm?
There are no direct flights between Nairobi (NBO) and Stockholm Arlanda (ARN). The most popular routing is via Amsterdam: fly KLM direct from Nairobi to Amsterdam Schiphol, then connect to Stockholm (about 2.5 hours). Emirates via Dubai offers a comfortable one-stop option. Turkish Airlines via Istanbul is often competitively priced. SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) operates Stockholm connections from major European hubs. Total travel time via Amsterdam is approximately 12 to 14 hours. Booking in advance and comparing KLM-SAS combinations versus Emirates often reveals the best value fares.
Can I see the Northern Lights in Sweden?
Yes. Swedish Lapland, particularly the area around Abisko and Kiruna in the far north, is one of the world's best locations for viewing the Aurora Borealis. The Northern Lights season runs from approximately September to March, with peak viewing in December and January when nights are longest. The Abisko National Park is renowned for its exceptionally clear skies due to a favorable local microclimate. The famous Icehotel in Jukkasjarvi, near Kiruna, is rebuilt every year from ice and snow and offers extraordinary winter accommodation. Flights from Stockholm to Kiruna take about 1.5 hours.