Tour Leader's Licence (Non-Citizens) Fees / Charges, Kenya

Non-citizen tour leaders and guides operating in Kenya must obtain a licence from the Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA). Unlike Kenyan citizens, who are licensed under the Class E category, non-citizen tour leaders fall under a separate classification with higher licence fees, reflecting the additional regulatory requirements applicable to foreign tourism practitioners. Non-citizen tour leaders must additionally hold valid work or entry permits issued by the Department of Immigration, and must be affiliated with a licensed tour operator or employer to be eligible for TRA licensing.

Non-Citizen Tour Leader Licence Fee Summary Table

Fee Type	Amount (KES)	Notes
Application fee (new applicants)	1,000	One-off on first application
Annual licence fee (Non-Citizen)	9,000	Higher rate than citizen category
Late renewal penalty	10% per month	Of applicable licence fee

Fees are governed by the Tourism Regulatory Authority Regulations, 2014 (Legal Notice No. 128 of 2014).

Key Requirements

A non-citizen tour leader applying for a TRA licence in Kenya must submit a current certificate of good conduct, professional certificates in tour guiding, a copy of a valid passport, a copy of a valid work or entry permit, and a letter of reference from a recognised tour guides association or licensed employer. The application is processed at TRA headquarters, Utalii House, Nairobi.

Notes

Non-citizen tour leaders must ensure their work permit remains valid throughout the licence period, as the TRA licence is contingent on lawful immigration status. Licences expire on 31 December each year regardless of when they are issued.

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