Kenya eTA
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What is the Kenya eTA?
The Kenya eTA is an electronic travel authorization, which allows travelers of nearly all nationalities to visit the country.
It replaced the older Kenya eVisa system and all other Kenyan visas for visitors in 2024.
The eTA is now the only entry permit available. There are no Kenya tourist visas — if you want to visit as a tourist, you need the eTA. It’s required by travelers of all ages, including children.
Only travelers who hold passports from Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Somalia, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda, or Tanzania can enter Kenya without a visa or eTA. It’s also not a requirement for Kenyan nationals and residents.
Getting your eTA for Kenya
Almost all nationalities must apply for an eTA online to visit Kenya.
Later in this post, you can find out about the requirements, and how long you can stay in Kenya with an eTA.
It’s quick and easy to apply for a Kenya eTA online. Simply enter your details into a short online form and then receive it by email.
You can begin your application today with HandyVisas. We’ll make sure your eTA is processed at the right time for your travel dates.
Key details for travelers: Kenya ETA
You can spend up to 90 consecutive days in Kenya with the eTA. You also have the option to extend your visit once in Kenya, for an extra 90 days.
The eTA is valid for entry to Kenya for 90 days from the date of issue.
The eTA for Kenya permits a single entry. For multiple trips to Kenya, simply reapply online.
On approval, the Kenya eTA is electronically linked to the applicant’s passport and you receive a PDF copy via email.
Activities permitted with the Kenyan eTA include:
- Vacations
- Business activities
- Visiting friends and relatives
- Medical treatment
It’s also valid if you’re traveling through Kenya in transit. You will not need an eTA if you will remain in the airport during your stopover.
To visit Kenya for other purposes, contact your nearest Kenyan Embassy or Consulate.
Highlights
Single-entry to Kenya
Visit for tourism, business, medical care or in transit
Stay for up to 90 consecutive days
3 month validity from the date of issue
HandyVisas Service fee includes
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Speedy processing
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Expert evaluation
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Proficient evaluation
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Support online 24/7
Kenya eTA Processing time 1-3 days
Kenyan Government fee 33 USD
Our service fee from 66 USD
- Embassy Registration
- Priority Service (1H)
TOTAL from 99 USD
Kenya eTA Requirements
Getting a Kenya eTA is similar to the previous Kenyan online visa application.
The online service for the eTA is quicker and more efficient than previous systems.
You need to provide your contact details, including an email address, to receive your eTA.
You must also have:
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Passport from an eligible country that’s valid for at least 6 months from your entry date -
At least 2 blank passport pages for exit/entry stamps at the Kenyan border -
Recent color photograph of yourself, passport size -
Proof of travel plans — such as a hotel reservation, flight confirmation, invitation or referral letter, and travel itinerary -
A current email address where you’ll receive your travel visa for Kenya
You have to upload a digital copy of your passport’s biodata page as part of your application.
If you’re arriving from a country where yellow fever is present, you’ll have to provide a yellow fever vaccination certificate when completing the Kenya eTA application form.
Countries Eligible for Kenya eTA
Citizens from the countries listed below can apply online for an eTA with HandyVisas:
- Albania
- Algeria
- Andorra
- Angola
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Brazil
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Czech Republic
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Estonia
- Federated States of Micronesia
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Greenland
- Guatemala
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Ivory Coast
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Liberia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Macedonia
- Madagascar
- Mali
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritania
- Mexico
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Reunion
- Romania
- Russian Federation
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan
- Vatican City
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
Kenya eTA Application Steps
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How to complete the Kenya eTA application form
You can fill out the Kenya eTA application online. This allows you to apply from the comfort of your own home, without having to go to a Kenyan embassy.
Enter the required information into the form. This includes basic personal, contact, and passport details. It’s important to provide an email address that you have easy access to. This is where your approved eTA for Kenya will be delivered.
Upload your supporting documentation to complete your Kenya eTA online application. With HandyVisas, you can add your documents in any format. We’ll make sure they meet official requirements.
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How to confirm payment for the Kenya eTA
Once the Kenya eTA application form is complete, you must pay a small fee to cover the costs of processing the travel permit. You can pay with a credit or debit card.
Our application system is streamlined and user-friendly, making it easy to pay and submit the information for processing. You will be prompted at the right time to enter your card details.
After this, simply click to confirm the payment.
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How will I receive the approved Kenya eTA
Once the Kenya eTA application is approved, it is delivered by email. Standard processing times for the Kenya eTA online application average at 3 days. HandyVisas guarantees you’ll receive a response in this period.
Kenya eTA FAQs
Kenya’s Visa Policies for Foreign Visitors
Travelers from most countries need a travel authorization to enter Kenya. The eTA is the easiest travel permit to acquire. If you’re eligible, make your application online.
Reminder: The eTA is only valid for trips of 90 days for tourism purposes. You can also use it to travel for short-term medical treatment, or business meetings. You can extend your eTA by a further 90 days.
If you need to stay for longer, or are visiting for another purpose, you must apply for a visa at a Kenyan embassy or consulate. Below, you can find some of the most popular types of embassy visa.
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If you want to live in Kenya for longer than 6 months, you must apply for a work and residence permit.
There are many types available, including permits for specific employment sectors like mining (Class A), agriculture (Class B), and humanitarian work (Class C).
The type of permit you need will depend on your individual circumstances. You can apply for a Class G permit if you want to set up a business in Kenya, or a Class K permit if you have enough financial resources to fund your living costs without working.
To get your work and residence permit, apply through a Kenyan embassy before traveling.
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Formerly used business and tourist travel visas for Kenya have now been replaced by the eTA. It’s the only travel permit you need for business trips.
The electronic travel authorization allows you to visit for business purposes, including conferences, meetings, and interviews. You’re not allowed to do paid work in Kenya without a work visa.
To get your eTA for business, apply in the usual way by completing the online form. If you’ve been invited to visit Kenya for business, you can submit invitation letters or emails as part of your application.
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If you’re traveling to Kenya to study a formal course at a recognized institution, you need to apply for a type of visa known as a student’s pass. You must have been accepted at an educational establishment before you apply.
To make your application, you’ll need to provide a police clearance certificate from your home country, along with copies of your passport and color photos. English translations are required for any documents you provide in other languages.
You can apply from abroad through a Kenyan embassy. If you’re already in Kenya, apply through an immigration office.
This content has been reviewed by
Ekaterina Powell
US Immigration Attorney
Ekaterina Powell is a U.S. attorney licensed in the State of California, working in the area of U.S. immigration law for over 12 years. She has been featured as one of the top immigration lawyers in her state and city several times and has contributed to notable industry publications.