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Visa on arrival. Kenyan passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Mali, usually at the airport or land border.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Kenyan citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Mali or its official government website before you travel.
⚠ U.S. State Department travel advisory for Mali: Level 4: Do Not Travel (updated 8 June 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
What this means for your trip
A visa on arrival is issued at the port of entry. Expect a fee, a passport photo and sometimes proof of onward travel and accommodation.
Not every airport or land border issues it, and some nationalities are sent to secondary checks; confirm the entry point before you travel.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Mali at a glance
Capital: Bamako · Currency: West African CFA franc (XOF, Fr) · Official languages: French · Calling code: +223
Plugs and voltage
You need a travel adapter: Mali uses plug types C, E, Kenya uses G. Mains voltage differs (Mali: 220 V; Kenya: 240 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
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The other way round
🇲🇱 Malian passport holders visiting Kenya: Malian passport holders do not need a visa for Kenya, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online before travelling.
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Questions
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Mali?
Kenyan passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Mali, usually at the airport or land border.
Does a Malian need a visa for Kenya?
Malian passport holders do not need a visa for Kenya, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online before travelling.