Everything Kenya citizens need to know about applying for a Canada visa. Updated April 2026.
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| Visa Type | Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor |
| Application Fee | CAD $100 + CAD $85 biometrics |
| Processing Time | ~4-8 weeks after biometrics are given (varies with volume) |
| Maximum Stay | 6 months per visit (set at the port of entry) |
| Official Portal | Official application site |
Apply online through IRCC; biometrics at the Nairobi CVAC (VFS Global)
Biometrics required for ages 14-79 (valid 10 years); processing starts after they are given
Often issued as multiple-entry, valid up to passport expiry
Study, work, and Express Entry (PR) are separate streams — do not use a visitor visa as a backdoor
Processing only starts after biometrics at the Nairobi CVAC — give them early, and prove both funds and genuine intent to return under regulation R179 with independent evidence for each.
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Yes. Kenya citizens need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor to visit Canada. The application fee is CAD $100 + CAD $85 biometrics and standard processing takes ~4-8 weeks after biometrics are given (varies with volume).
The Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor application fee is CAD $100 + CAD $85 biometrics. Budget for the total cost including biometrics, service centre fees, and any required medical examinations.
Standard processing for Kenya citizens applying for a Canada Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor takes ~4-8 weeks after biometrics are given (varies with volume). Apply well in advance of your intended travel date to allow for potential delays.
Beyond standard documents (valid passport, photos, financial proof), Kenya citizens must meet these corridor-specific requirements: Apply online through IRCC; biometrics at the Nairobi CVAC (VFS Global). Biometrics required for ages 14-79 (valid 10 years); processing starts after they are given. Often issued as multiple-entry, valid up to passport expiry. Study, work, and Express Entry (PR) are separate streams — do not use a visitor visa as a backdoor. TravelReady generates a personalised checklist for the Kenya-Canada corridor.
Processing only starts after biometrics at the Nairobi CVAC — give them early, and prove both funds and genuine intent to return under regulation R179 with independent evidence for each. The most common rejection causes for this corridor are incomplete documentation, insufficient financial evidence, and weak ties to Kenya. TravelReady's Expert Document Validation checks your documents against embassy rules specific to the Kenya-Canada route before you submit.
Data sources: Requirements sourced from official embassy and consulate websites, IATA travel regulations, and government immigration portals.
Update policy: Requirements are reviewed continuously and updated within 24 hours when policy changes are announced. Last reviewed: April 2026
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