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Brazil Visa for Kenyan Passport Holders

⚠ Visa Required — You must apply before travel
n/a Rejection Rate Not Published
2/5 Difficulty
15–20d Processing

Quick Facts

Requirement Visa Required
Visa Fee
Processing Time 15–20 working days
Appointment Wait ~ weeks
Stay Duration Up to 90 days

Brazil requires a visitor visa for Kenyan passport holders, applied for at a consular post — the e-visa launched in 2025 is for US, Canadian and Australian nationals only. Allow three to four weeks. The yellow fever certificate is mandatory, as Kenya is an endemic country, and Brazil checks it on arrival.

Key Warnings

  • Yellow fever certificate is MANDATORY for Kenyans entering Brazil. Kenya is classified as a yellow fever endemic country. Arriving without a valid yellow card can result in refusal of boarding or entry.
  • Brazil's e-visa is not open to Kenyan passports. Guides quoting a USD 80 online visa describe the route for US, Canadian and Australian nationals.
  • Brazil's 90-day stay limit is counted per visit and overstaying is taken seriously at exit.

Insider Tips

  • Email the mission before assembling anything. Brazil's posts differ on what must be lodged in person and on fees, and one reply saves a wasted trip.
  • Direct flights from Nairobi to São Paulo (GRU) are limited — most routes transit through Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or London/Paris. Factor in longer travel times when planning.
  • Documentation requirements are lighter than for the US or Canada, both of which refuse a large share of Kenyan applications. A clean application with bank statement and yellow fever card will typically be approved.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Ignore the e-visa portal — it is not for this passport

    Brazil's e-visa is for US, Canadian and Australian nationals. Kenyan applicants apply for a visitor visa (VIVIS) at a consular post.

  2. Contact Embassy of Brazil in Nairobi

    Confirm what must be lodged in person, the current fee in local currency and the appointment arrangements in Nairobi.

  3. Get the yellow fever certificate

    Kenya is a yellow fever endemic country and Brazil requires proof of vaccination, at least 10 days old at arrival. It is checked.

  4. Assemble the file and submit

    Passport with six months' validity and a blank page, completed form, photograph, three months of bank statements, an employment letter, a return ticket and accommodation for the whole stay. Incomplete files are returned.

  5. Allow three to four weeks, then check the visa

    Confirm the dates, entries and permitted stay on the visa itself before flying.

Required Documents

  • Valid Kenyan passport Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended return date
  • Passport-style photograph White background, taken within the last 6 months.
  • Completed visa application form br, or paper form for embassy in-person application.
  • Bank statement (last 3 months) Demonstrates sufficient funds to cover your stay in Brazil.
  • Flight itinerary (return ticket or reservation) A fare reservation printout is acceptable — a confirmed paid ticket is not required at application stage.
  • Accommodation confirmation or hotel booking
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (International Certificate of Vaccination) MANDATORY. Kenya is a yellow fever endemic country. Brazil requires a valid yellow fever certificate from Kenyan passport holders. Carry the original physical card.
  • Kenyan National ID card (copy)

Recommended (Optional)

  • Employment letter Confirms stable employment and intent to return to Kenya after the trip.
  • Travel insurance certificate Not mandatory but recommended. Medical care in Brazil can be expensive without insurance.

Health Requirements

⚠️ Yellow Fever Certificate required. Kenya is a yellow fever endemic country. Brazil requires a valid International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card) from all Kenyan passport holders. Carry the physical original — not a digital copy. Get vaccinated at any KEPI-approved health facility in Kenya.

Why Applications Get Rejected

  • Missing or invalid yellow fever certificate

    Kenya is yellow fever endemic. Kenyans without a valid yellow card are rejected at the boarding gate or port of entry.

    Fix: Get vaccinated and obtain your yellow card before applying. Carry the physical original.

  • Insufficient proof of funds

    Bank statements not showing enough balance to cover stay in Brazil.

    Fix: Provide 3 months of statements showing consistent credits and sufficient balance.

No published rejection rate. Brazil publishes no visa refusal statistics by applicant nationality. Checked August 2026.

Latest Updates

2026-09

Correction: Brazil's e-visa is not open to this passport

Brazil's electronic visitor visa — USD 80.90 through VFS, valid for years — was introduced for nationals of the United States, Canada and Australia when their visa exemption ended. Other nationalities that need a visa apply for a visitor visa (VIVIS) at a Brazilian consular post. This page previously sent readers to the e-visa portal and quoted its fee. That route and that price do not apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Kenyans need a yellow fever vaccine for Brazil?
Yes, absolutely. Kenya is classified as a yellow fever endemic country, and Brazil requires a valid International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card) from all Kenyan passport holders. This is checked both at the point of visa application and at the port of entry. Get vaccinated at Kenyatta National Hospital, Aga Khan Hospital, or any KEPI-approved centre in Kenya before you apply.
Can Kenyans apply for a Brazil e-visa online?
No. Brazil's electronic visa is for nationals of the United States, Canada and Australia. Kenyan passport holders apply for a visitor visa (VIVIS) at the Embassy of Brazil in Nairobi.
Is it easy to get a Brazil visa from Kenya?
Brazil publishes no refusal rate by nationality. The application is consular, so the work is in the file: funds, a return ticket, accommodation for the whole stay, an employment letter and the yellow fever certificate.
How long does Brazil visa processing take from Kenya?
Allow three to four weeks for a consular application, and do not book non-refundable travel before the visa is issued.

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Where to Apply

Brazilian Embassy Nairobi

Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya

Mon–Fri 09:00–12:00

Takes visitor-visa (VIVIS) applications. Brazil's e-visa is not open to this passport. Confirm appointment arrangements, the fee and opening hours with the mission.

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