In a significant development, the Chinese Embassy has announced the removal of visa appointment requirements for Kenyan travelers, effective November 20, 2023, aiming to simplify the process for those journeying to the East Asian economic powerhouse.In a statement released on Monday, the embassy expressed its commitment to fostering stronger ties between China and Kenya, stating, “In order to further facilitate the exchange of China and Kenya, the Chinese Embassy in Kenya will completely cancel visa appointments from November 20, 2023.”
To streamline the application process, Kenyans seeking a Chinese visa are advised to submit their applications directly to the Visa Application Service Centre in Nairobi, with a reminder that all applications should be completed during regular working hours.Despite these changes, the embassy assured that the processing time and fees for visa applications will remain unchanged, providing clarity for potential travelers.
This move follows President Ruto’s recent visit to China, where fruitful discussions led to the signing of additional deals, marking a significant milestone as Kenya and China celebrate six decades of formal diplomatic relations this year.President Ruto emphasized the robust foundation that these relations have provided, spanning social, political, cultural, and economic spheres.
During bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Belt and Roads Summit, both leaders expressed satisfaction with the rewarding cooperation between the two nations and committed to further strengthening their strategic working relationship.With these recent developments, the journey for Kenyan travelers to China becomes more accessible, reflecting the ongoing efforts to enhance diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two nations.
