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Colombia Kenya passport holders need a visa for Colombia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
Yes, an e-Visa is required
- Entry requirement
- e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- Set by the visa
- Apply before travel
- Yes
- Last updated
- February 2026
What Kenya passport holders need to do
- Apply on the destination's official e-Visa portal.
- Upload a passport scan and a photo, then pay the fee online.
- Save or print the approved e-Visa and present it at the border.
Kenya is one of 97 passports in the “e-visa” group for Colombia. See the full Colombia visa requirements for every passport.
Easier alternatives in South America for Kenya passport holders
Colombia is one of 33 destinations in the “e-visa” group for the Kenya passport, which ranks #59 worldwide with a mobility score of 70. Of 12 destinations in South America, 1 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.
| Destination | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|---|---|
 Bolivia | Visa on arrival | – |
| Colombia | e-Visa | – |
Frequently asked questions
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Colombia?
Kenya passport holders need a visa for Colombia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
Can Kenyan citizens apply for Colombia visa online?
Yes. Kenya passport holders are eligible for an e-Visa to Colombia, so the application can be completed online without visiting an embassy.
Do Colombia citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Colombia passport holders do not need a traditional visa for Kenya, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before departure.
Colombia visa requirements for other passports
Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Colombia before you book.