Kenya
Travel Factsheet •
KES
Currency
Swahili
Language
+254
Calling Code
L
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 999
Ambulance: 999
Entry Requirements
Visa:
Visa required for most travelers, available online.
Passport:
6 months validity
Money & Costs
Cards:
Mixed
ATMs:
High
Daily Budget:
$100
Tipping:
10-15% is customary.
Health & Safety
Doctors:
Common
Pharmacy:
24h common
Essential Phrases
Hello
Habari
Goodbye
Kwaheri
Please
Tafadhali
Thank you
Asante
Sorry
Pole
Things to Avoid
Not respecting local customsOverpacking for rural travelIgnoring safety advice in crowded areas
Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Tribal issues