Which route fits me?
Kenyan citizens need a visa before travelling for any stay that is not short. There is no visa-free application inside Germany for Kenya (§ 41 AufenthV lists other countries only). Apply at the German Embassy in Nairobi: Visa and Embassy Nairobi.
| You are | Route |
|---|---|
| Have a degree or vocational qualification and a job offer | Skilled worker and Blue Card |
| Qualified, no job offer yet | Opportunity Card |
| Want vocational training in Germany | Ausbildung |
| Nurse, midwife, doctor or other health professional | Nursing and health |
| Want a degree in Germany | Study |
| Spouse, partner, child or parent in Germany | Family |
| Heard about the Germany-Kenya agreement | The 2024 migration agreement |
| Already in Berlin | Already in Berlin?, After arrival |
Three honest checks
- Documents take time: Germany cannot legalise Kenyan documents and no apostille applies. Documents.
- Money: Costs at a glance.
- Nobody sells you a visa or a job: Avoiding scams.
General orientation only. It does not assess your individual case; for that see a lawyer for migration law or a recognised advice centre.
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