Kenya

Embassy of Kenya
2249 R. Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
(202) 387 6101

Entry Requirements

Complete the following entry requirements to travel to Kenya with your pet:

Kenya is a high risk country for rabies. Before receiving an import permit to return to the U.S., travelers must obtain 2 pictures of their pet's front teeth, a CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record, a serologic titer from an approved laboratory and a passport photo of the owner. Once these items are obtained, apply for a permit for your pet to return to the U.S. at this link. For further guidance on returning to the U.S. with your pet from a high risk country, contact the CDC directly at cdcanimalimports@cdc.gov
Travelers with pets need to sign up to The Kenya National TradeNet System (KESWS), an electronic platform that facilitates the processing and issuance of permits, import declaration forms (IDF) and declaration of goods, which can be accessed through the link provided.
Apply for an import permit, import declaration form and clearance certificate depending on the port of entry, also available through the link provided.
Pet owners should obtain a valid health certificate from a licensed veterinarian that shows vaccination records against rabies.
If you are traveling from the U.S., you will need to send a letter with your name, address, phone number, pet's name and gender, copy of health certificate, pet license and $50 processing fee to the Kenya Embassy with a self-addressed stamped return envelope.

Pets traveling to Kenya do not need to be quarantined if they meet all the necessary requirements listed above.

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