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Kenya Visa and Immigration Information |
IMPORTANT NOTICE: REVISION OF VISA RATES
For those who will be arriving in Kenya on and after July 1st 2011, the new Visa rates will be as follows:
- Single Journey Visa (SJV)- $50.
- Multiple Journey Visa (MJV)-$100.
- Transit Visa (TV)-$20.
- Referral Visa-$20
Or the equivalent amount in Euros, GBP and SwissFrancs
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JAMBO is one of the most common words you will hear spoken throughout Kenya. This is the simplest Swahili greeting, and is often the first word learned by visitors to Kenya.
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It
is often said that Kenya is a cold country with a hot sun, as the blend
of high altitudes and tropical sun make for a unique and variable
climate. This should be kept in mind when packing for a visit.
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It is advisable to travel with a small medical
kit that includes any basic remedies you may need, such as antacids,
painkillers, anti-histamines and cold remedies.
You will also need
anti-diarrhoeal medication such as Imodium (adults only); and oral
rehydration sachets such as Electrolade, especially if travelling with
children...
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The official currency is the Kenya Shilling. The written abbreviation is either KSh or using /= after the amount (ie 500/=)
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Time, Public Holidays and Business Hours |
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Kenya has a single time zone- which is GMT+3.
Most businesses in Kenya are open from Monday to Friday, though some
also trade on Saturday. Business hours are generally 9:00am to 5:00pm,
closing for an hour over lunch (1:00pm – 2:00pm).
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Kenya is one of the great photographer’s destinations. The great diversity of landscapes, people, wildlife and history make for unparalleled photo opportunities.
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Telecommunications - Kenya has a good network of telephone,
cellular and satellite connections. Work is under way to expand this
network and introduce fibre optic cables.
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The electricity supply in Kenya is 220/240 v 50hz. Plugs are 3 point square. If you are planning to bring a video camera charger or any other electrical advice, please bring voltage and plug adaptors where appropriate.
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