Tanzanians Travelling to Kenya 2026
As fellow East African Community (EAC) members, Tanzanians enjoy visa-free entry to Kenya for up to 6 months. You can even travel with just your national ID card. Kenya is one of the easiest international destinations for Tanzanians.
Entry Requirements
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Visa Required? | No - EAC free movement (6 months) |
| Documents | Tanzania passport OR National ID (NIDA card) |
| Yellow Fever | Certificate required |
| Work Permit | Required if working (apply through Kenya Immigration) |
Getting There
By Air
- Dar es Salaam - Nairobi: 1.5 hours. Kenya Airways, Precision Air. $100-250 return.
- Kilimanjaro - Nairobi: 1 hour or road transfer (5 hours via Namanga). $80-200.
- Zanzibar - Nairobi: Via Dar. $150-300 return.
By Road
- Arusha - Nairobi: 5-6 hours via Namanga border. Bus $15-25. Popular route.
- Dar es Salaam - Nairobi: 12+ hours by bus. Dar Lux and other operators. $25-40.
- Moshi - Nairobi: 6-7 hours via Taveta or Namanga.
- Border crossings: Namanga (busiest), Holili/Taveta, Sirari/Isebania, Horohoro/Lunga Lunga
Top Destinations in Kenya
- Nairobi: Business hub, Nairobi National Park, shopping (Westgate, Sarit Centre)
- Mombasa: Beach holidays, Fort Jesus, Old Town, seafood
- Maasai Mara: Great Migration (Jul-Oct), Big Five safari
- Diani Beach: Award-winning beach south of Mombasa
- Lake Nakuru: Flamingos, rhinos, and scenic Rift Valley setting
FAQ
Yes. Under EAC regulations, Tanzanian citizens can enter Kenya using their NIDA national ID card. However, carrying your passport is still recommended as it is more widely recognised and required for some services like hotel check-in and domestic flights within Kenya.
No. Kenya uses the Kenyan Shilling (KES). 1 USD = ~130 KES. Exchange at the border or use ATMs in Kenya. M-Pesa works in both countries but you need a Safaricom Kenya SIM to use M-Pesa in Kenya.
Quick Facts
- Visa: FREE (EAC)
- Stay: Up to 6 months
- ID travel: Yes
- Flights: $100-250 return
- Bus: $15-40
- Currency: KES