UK Visa Fee for Kenya 2026 — Official Home Office Rates
Kenyan passport holders applying for a UK visa in 2026 pay UK Home Office fees and provide biometrics at VFS Global centres in Nairobi and Mombasa. The Standard Visitor Visa is £127 for 6 months, with longer multi-entry options up to 10 years (£1,059). Processing usually takes 3 weeks. Student visas cost £524 plus an Immigration Health Surcharge of £1,035 per year, and skilled workers apply via the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker routes, the latter benefiting from reduced fees and IHS exemption. Family reunion applications carry higher fees and require detailed documentation. All fees below are shown in KES alongside the official GBP amount so Kenyan applicants can plan accurately.
UK Visa Fees for Kenya Applicants (April 2026)
| Visa Type | Fee (GBP) | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Visitor Visa (6 months) | £135 | 3 weeks |
| Standard Visitor (2 years) | £506 | 3 weeks |
| Student Visa | £558 | 3–8 weeks |
| Skilled Worker (≤3 years) | £943 | 3–8 weeks |
| Spouse / Family Visa | £2,064 | 12 weeks |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the UK visa fee for Kenya citizens in 2026?
UK visa fees for Kenya citizens are set in GBP by the UK Home Office and were updated on 8 April 2026. A Standard Visitor visa costs £135 for 6 months, £506 for 2 years, £903 for 5 years and £1,128 for 10 years. Student visas cost £558 and Skilled Worker visas start at £943 for up to 3 years.
Where do Kenya applicants apply for a UK visa?
Kenya applicants apply online at gov.uk and then attend a VFS Global or TLScontact visa application centre to submit biometrics and supporting documents. Decisions are returned by courier or for in-person collection.
How long does a UK visa take from Kenya?
Standard UK visitor visa processing takes about 3 weeks (15 working days) from the biometrics appointment. Priority service returns a decision in around 5 working days for £500, and super priority in 1 working day for £1,000.
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