Spain Visa RequirementsFor Kenya passport holders
Kenyan citizens require a Schengen visa to visit Spain, costing €90 ($98 USD). The visa allows up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen Area. Apply through VFS Global in Nairobi on behalf of the Spanish Embassy.
Kenya passport holders require a visa to enter Spain.
Apply through VFS Global Nairobi (the authorised application centre for Spain). Required documents: completed Schengen application form, valid passport (at least 3 months beyond planned return), two recent biometric passport photos, travel insurance covering the Schengen Area (minimum €30,000), confirmed return flight bookings, hotel reservations or accommodation proof, 3 months of bank statements, and employment letter or income proof. The €90 fee is paid at VFS. Processing takes 15 business days on average, up to 45 days in peak season. Book your appointment well in advance for summer travel.
Spain is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Kenya to Spain: What You Need to Know
Spain is a Schengen member, so a Spanish Schengen visa grants access to all 27 Schengen countries. No bilateral visa-free arrangement exists for Kenyan passport holders. The Schengen fee was standardised at €90 in June 2024 (up from €80). Spain is one of Europe's most visited countries, attracting Kenyan travelers for tourism, business, and family visits. Biometric data collection is required at VFS. The EES (Entry/Exit System) biometric border registration for non-EU visitors launched in October 2025.
How to Get There
Kenya Airways operates from Nairobi (NBO) to London Heathrow (LHR) with connections to Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN) via Iberia or British Airways. Fly via Amsterdam (AMS) with KLM or Paris (CDG) with Air France for alternative connections. Ethiopian Airlines connects via Addis Ababa (ADD) to European hubs. Kenya Airways also operates a direct NBO-MAD service on some schedules. Journey time to Madrid is typically 12 to 16 hours with one stop.
Money & Banking
Spain uses the euro (EUR). Visa and Mastercard are universally accepted. Spain is one of western Europe's more affordable destinations: budget meals from €8 to €12, mid-range restaurants €15 to €25. Tipping 5 to 10 percent is appreciated but not mandatory. Budget accommodation from €20 in hostels, mid-range hotels from €60. ATMs are widely available throughout the country. Notify your bank before travel.
Practical Tips
Madrid offers the Prado Museum, Royal Palace, and Retiro Park. Barcelona is famous for Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, and the Gothic Quarter. Seville has the Alcazar Palace and flamenco culture. Granada's Alhambra is one of Europe's most stunning historic monuments. The Costa del Sol and Costa Brava offer Mediterranean beaches. Spain has excellent high-speed rail (AVE) connecting major cities. Spanish cuisine: paella, tapas, jamon iberico, and churros with chocolate.