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Originally published by Capital Newstop
October 26, 2025
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Kenya increases passenger charge for international flights by 25pc
Kenya has revised its air passenger service charge following the enactment of the Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Act, 2025. International travellers will now pay Sh6,500, up from Sh5,200, while domestic passengers will pay Sh600. The move aims to boost funding for aviat..
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Kenya has increased passenger charges for both international and domestic flights following the enactment of the Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Act, 2025. This revision, signed into law by President William Ruto, aims to boost funding for aviation safety, meteorological services, and tourism infrastructure.
- International flight passengers will now pay Sh6,500, up from Sh5,200, a 25% increase.
- The tax on international tickets has risen from US$40 to US$50.
- Domestic passengers will pay Sh600, up from Sh500.
- Proceeds will be shared among agencies including the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), the Kenya Meteorological Department, and the Tourism Fund.
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