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K1 Visa Approvals in Kenya

How many K1 visa applications U.S. Embassies and Consulates in Kenya approved, by fiscal year and by post. Every visa issued is an approved application.

The State Department publishes issuance counts for this visa class but not refusals, so there is no approval rate to report and none is shown. Figures run from March 2017 to September 2025.

Visas approved per year: Kenya

Totals by U.S. fiscal year, which runs October to September, so FY2025 covers October 2024 to September 2025. Refusals are not published for this visa class, so an approval rate cannot be shown.

0170340509679Visas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 169 approved169FY17FY2018: 272 approved272FY18FY2019: 272 approved272FY19FY2020: 155 approved155FY20FY2021: 311 approved311FY21FY2022: 145 approved145FY22FY2023: 174 approved174FY23FY2024: 679 approved679FY24FY2025: 594 approved594FY25

594

FY2025

679

Peak (FY2024)

-12.5%

vs FY2024

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How Kenya compares for K1 visas

Against every country that received a K1 visa in FY2025.

#18

of 174 countries

394

Approved in FY2025

1.4%

Of the world total

27,419

Issued worldwide

Fewest (174th)Most (1st)
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When K1 visas are approved in Kenya

Average approvals per calendar month across 4 complete years. Busiest month is Dec, quietest is Sep.

16
21
23
15
27
19
26
18
14
19
24
30
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Calendar months, not fiscal. A busy month means more applications competing for the same interview slots, not a better chance of approval.

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Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month201720182019202020212022202320242025
Jan-1310107833220
Feb-715171413-4612
Mar14132241016144636
Apr16611-252131920
May211613-3011124831
Jun51115-325121820
Jul71813-18510536
Aug251511113383136
Sep12614-10-252522
Oct811172361945-
Nov18101241141564-
Dec7121715925982-

Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas ApprovedChange on YearRelative to peak
FY2025594▼12.5%
FY2024679▲290.2%
FY2023174▲20.0%
FY2022145▼53.4%
FY2021311▲100.6%
FY2020155▼43.0%
FY2019272=0.0%
FY2018272▲60.9%
FY2017169—

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for K1 visas in Kenya?
There is no published approval rate for K1 visas. The State Department reports how many visas it issued but not how many it refused, and a rate needs both. This page shows the issuance counts that genuinely exist for Kenya.
How many K1 visas does Kenya get?
The tables and charts above show issuances by U.S. fiscal year, which runs October to September, and where the data allows, by individual consulate. These counts come directly from the State Department's monthly issuance tables.
What factors affect K1 visa approval in Kenya?
Factors include the completeness and accuracy of your application, supporting documents, interview performance, and the specific consulate's workload and policies. Common reasons for refusal include missing documents, insufficient ties to home country, or unclear travel purpose.
How can I improve my chances of getting a K1 visa in Kenya?
Prepare thoroughly for your interview, provide honest and complete information, and ensure all documents are in order. Review common mistakes and tips provided above, and consider seeking professional guidance if you have a complex case.
Where does this visa data come from?
All figures are sourced from published U.S. Department of State statistics. We update them as new monthly and annual tables are released.

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Data Source & Transparency

Data Source: All visa approval statistics are compiled from the official U.S. Department of State’s annual visa statistics reports. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit the U.S. Department of State Visa Statistics.

Methodology: These are counts of visas issued, taken from the State Department’s monthly issuance tables. No approval rate is shown because refusals are not published per country or per post, and a rate cannot be calculated without them. Figures exclude cases under administrative processing and are subject to reporting delays.

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with the U.S. government. All data is provided for informational purposes only. For official guidance, always refer to the U.S. Department of State or your local U.S. embassy/consulate.

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