Who needs a VISA to enter Kenya?

Each eligible traveller is required to apply for an eTA before starting travel.

The Kenyan government stated that all foreign nationals would be able to visit Kenya without a visa beginning January 1, 2024. The visa-free policy applies to people entering Kenya for vacation or commercial purposes, and stays are limited to 90 days.
As part of the visa-free policy, the government unveiled a new electronic travel authorization (eTA) system to replace the current eVisa system for short-term travel.

Travelers who are on the exempt visa country lists, still need to apply for an eTA.

How to apply for Kenya’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

The Government of Kenya has made “https://www.etakenya.go.ke/en/”website available as a secure platform for the purpose of allowing visitors to submit information and apply for an eTA. eTA applications must be completed only through this official website or the “Kenya Travel Authorisation” official mobile application and must be done for each individual who intends to travel to Kenya.

All visitors who intend to travel to the Republic of Kenya must have an approved Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before the start of their journey.

Please have the following documents ready before starting your application.

For all travellers

• Valid passport for at least six (6) months after your planned date of arrival into Kenya, with at least one blank page
• Selfie or passport-type photo
• Contact information, email address and phone number
• Details of your arrival and departure itinerary
• Accommodation booking confirmation(s)
• Credit card, debit card or other means of payment
• Conference invitation/participation letter

Based on your country of residence and citizenships the following may also be required:

• • Financial assets / banks letter(s)

Steps:

• Visit www.etakenya.go.ke
• Click “Apply Now” and follow the instructions
• Make sure that all the data has been entered correctly
• Submit the application
• An email confirming receipt of your application will be sent to you
• An email confirming receipt of payment, if applicable, will be sent to you
• Upon decision by Immigration officer, an email confirming Approval / Refusal will be sent to you
• If your application has been approved, please either print the PDF document that has been attached to the email, OR download the document to your mobile device OR save it in the “Kenya Travel Authorisation” mobile app. This is your electronic travel authorisation that needs to be shown at all departure and arrival points.
• If your application has been denied, you will not be able to travel to Kenya for the moment.
• Please contact support@etakenya.go.ke to report your situation and obtain further details.
• You can check the status of your application at any time by visiting the following URL: https://www.etakenya.go.ke

The eTA application collects biographic information and answers to eligibility questions from the traveller. eTA applications for Kenya are usually processed in 3 days, however it is recommended applications be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to travel to ensure adequate time for processing. Travellers can submit their applications up to 3 months prior to travel. It is highly recommended that travellers apply as soon as they have booked their accommodations and transport tickets.

 

You are only allowed to travel after your application has been approved by the Government of Kenya.

 

 

 

 

Other useful sites:

https://www.kenyaimmigration.org/

https://embassies.net/kenya-visa-exemption