Kenya

Kenya is divided nearly in half by the equator. The region north of the equator is hot and receives very little rain. The southern region falls into three zones: The coast is humid, the highlands are temperate; and the Lake Victoria region is tropical.

The coast has much to offer with a variety of activities and water sports. The theme here is to do as much or as little as you like. From the peaks of Mount Kenya and Kilimanjaro, to the open savannah plains, you will experience the magic of Kenya’s flora, fauna and wildlife on Safari. To explore Kenya’s animal kingdom is truly one of the most breathtaking experiences. From the coast to the plains, the combination of safari and beach makes a unique holiday experience.

Weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
T	87	87	90	89	85	83	82	83	84	86	88	88
S	8	9	9	8	6	8	7	8	8	9	9	9
R	0	0	1	6	13	6	4	2	2	2	2	1

Key to symbols used:
T - Average daily maximum temperatures
S - Average daily sunshine hours
R - Average monthly rainfall (if higher than 0.5”)

Flight time: 10 hours
GMT = or -: + 3
Visa: An entry visa required by all visitors. This can be obtained from the Kenyan High Commission in London (see Further Information) or on arrival in Kenya.

Documents and Legal requirements
Residency: In normal circumstances residency in Kenya is twenty-one days. If this is not possible, a Special Licence can be obtained beforehand by contacting the Registrar’s Office in Kenya. (See further information for address). In this instance there is no period of residency necessary.
Proof of ID: You will need to produce your original birth certificates and valid 10-year passports.
Proof of status: A statutory declaration must be obtained stating that you are both single and free to marry. This must be stamped and sealed and state the words "solicitor", "notary public" or "Commissioner of Oaths". Hand written documents are not accepted.
Divorced: If you are divorced you must produce your Decree Absolute with a court stamp.
Widowed: If either of you is widowed you must provide the Death Certificate of your deceased spouse.
Age restrictions: If you are aged under 21 years you must obtain parental consent in the form of Statutory Declaration stamped and signed by a solicitor.
Name change: If your name has been changed by Deed Poll you must provide legal proof stamped and signed by a solicitor. This also applies if you are a divorced woman and have reverted back to your maiden name.

Ceremonies
You can choose from a religious ceremony in a church, a civil ceremony in a Register Office or, much more exciting, in a safari park, but you should contact the Registrar General for a special licence specifying your desired place. If you want a religious ceremony you should contact your church for arrangements and information regarding the requirements.

Obtaining your marriage licence
To obtain a special marriage licence, contact the Registrar General in Nairobi (se Further Information) with copies of the necessary documentation.

Important considerations
No weddings are possible in Kenya from December 22 to January 5.

Further information

Kenya National Tourist Office 25 Brook Mews, off Davies Street London W1Y 1LG Tel:020-7355 3144 Fax: 020-7495 8656	Kenya High Commission 45 Portland Place London W1N 4AB Tel: 020-7636 2371
The Registrar of Marriages Department of the Registrar General PO Box 30031 Nairobi Tel: 00-254 2 22 74 61 Fax: 00-254 2 21 56 51	Senior Assistant Registrar-General PO Box 80366 Mombasa Tel: 00-254 11 60 61/2