Kenyans looking to apply for a tourist visa to the UAE can now smile even more after new changes are set to be implemented in Dubai Visa Applications.

Kenyans with UAE Visa will be granted an extension of their stay in cities like Dubai by five months, from the current 1-month visa to a 6-months’ visa.

The announcement was made by the Foreign Trade Minister in the UAE, Than Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. The minister said that the move will be considered advantageous for both governments since it would enhance trade relations. Furthermore, Kenyans will be able to make their marks in the UAE.

He added that the announcement as to when the project is to be instigated will be determined by the UAE government and announced by them too.

“We are looking forward to having more business people exploring and doing business in the UAE markets and taking some of the businesses from the country and back to Kenya,” said Mr. Zeyoudi.

Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) president, Richard Ngatia has encouraged Kenyans to penetrate the East African Market.

“They are looking at penetrating the East African market as the population keeps growing with the recent addition of the DRC to the East African Community. Therefore, there was a need for them to establish how they would partner with the private sector.” Said the KNCCI president.

President Uhuru Kenyatta was in attendance at the Dubai Expo 2020 on a 3-day tour, 5 months ago. He assured investors that Kenya was the right place to invest in.

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The president noted that his government would prioritize investors’ demand to solidify trade relations and remove the barriers that undermined trade.

“It is my pleasure to welcome all of you to join us in celebrating Kenya’s richness and our diversity. This shall be showcased throughout this week and tomorrow we shall be showcasing our cultural diversity,” Uhuru stated at the time.