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Mali visa for Kenyan citizens
Entry requirement
Kenyan citizens receive their visa for Mali at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
Which Mali visa?
Entry visa for Mali (tourism, private visit, business)
Key facts
- Fee
- €110
- Processing time
- Average 5 to 10 working days (embassy in New Delhi)
Apply on Missions diplomatiques et postes consulaires du Mali
Mali’s tourist visa costs €110 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml. Processing time, as Mali states it: Average 5 to 10 working days (embassy in New Delhi).
Malian citizens travelling to Kenya
MaliKenya Visa-free, 60 days Kenya visa for citizens of Mali
Travel advice for Mali
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Kenya to Mali, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Mali at Level 4, do not travel (updated 7 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Mali (updated 10 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Mali (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Kenyan citizens can stay in Mali
Kenyan citizens may stay in Mali for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Mali.
How Kenyan citizens apply
Kenyan citizens receive the visa for Mali at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Mali’s neighbours for Kenyan citizens
Niger and Algeria require Kenyan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Malian citizens travelling to Kenya
No visa is needed by Malian citizens for Kenya, for stays of up to 60 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Mali?
Kenyan citizens receive their visa for Mali at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can Kenyan citizens stay in Mali?
Kenyan citizens can stay in Mali for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Mali tourist visa cost?
Mali’s official sources give a standard fee of €110 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Average 5 to 10 working days (embassy in New Delhi).
Do Malian citizens need a visa for Kenya?
No visa is needed by Malian citizens for Kenya, for stays of up to 60 days.
Can Kenyan citizens enter Mali visa-free?
No; Kenyan citizens need a visa on arrival in Mali.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.