- US warns Kenyans against illegal travel to America
- Violators risk jail, deportation, and lifetime visa bans
- Embassy says Kenya-US ties remain strong
- Border patrols and arrests have sharply increased
- Trump’s administration pushing for strict immigration rules
The US Embassy in Nairobi has sounded an alarm to Kenyans planning to enter America through illegal means.
In a strongly worded notice released on Friday, April 11, 2025, Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard warned that anyone caught flouting U.S. immigration laws would face dire consequences.
He mentioned that the United States and Kenya enjoy a strong relationship, which has enabled many Kenyans to travel to America legally for education, business, and tourism.
Dillard made it clear that those who lie during visa application, work without permission, or overstay their visa period risk serious penalties.
“If you try to get into the U.S. illegally or stay after your visa expires, you may be jailed, deported, or permanently banned from getting another visa,” the statement read.
He emphasized that President Trump’s government was focused on enforcing immigration laws to protect America’s safety and prosperity.
More Arrests, Stronger Borders
The Embassy also noted that the Trump administration had stepped up its border security operations.
They revealed a massive drop in illegal entries and a major increase in arrests within the U.S.
“Illegal crossings fell by 94% in February 2025 compared to the same month in 2024. Arrests inside the country went up by 627%,” the statement added.
Kenyans were told that those caught would not only be sent back home but also banned from ever re-entering the country, with some even facing criminal charges.
