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Kenya tourist visa

Most visitors need an eTA (an online travel permit). Some nationalities can enter without one. The East African Tourist Visa is another option for visiting Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda.

Ways to get a Kenya tourist visa

  2. Entry without an eTA for 90 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of the countries listed here can enter without an eTA for 90 days.

    Stay
    90 days

  4. eTA (online travel permit)

    eTA needed

    Citizens of countries outside the eTA exemption lists must apply before travel.

    Stay
    90 days
    Entries
    Single entry, with re-entry allowed after visiting other East African Community countries while the eTA remains valid.
    Fee
    USD 32.50
    1. Apply at the official eTA website up to 90 days before travel, and at least 3 days before departure.
    2. Provide a hotel reservation or an invitation letter if staying with friends.
    3. Pay the USD 32.50 fee.
    Apply on the official website

  5. East African Tourist Visa

    Other permit

    Travellers of any nationality can use this tourist visa for Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda.

    Stay
    90 days
    Valid for
    90 days
    Entries
    Multiple entries
    Fee
    USD 100

Who needs it

Visitors must get an eTA before travel unless their nationality is exempt.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the countries listed in the exemption options can enter without an eTA for 60, 90 or 180 days.

How to apply

  1. Apply online for an eTA up to 90 days before travel, and at least 3 days before departure.
  2. Provide a hotel reservation or an invitation letter if staying with friends.
  3. Pay the USD 32.50 fee.

What to bring

  • Hotel reservation, or an invitation letter if staying with friends.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country where yellow fever is endemic.

Good to know

  • An eTA normally allows one entry.
  • You may re-enter after visiting other East African Community countries if your eTA is still valid.
  • Kenya replaced visa requirements with the eTA system on 1 January 2024.
  • Applying at least 3 days ahead is an application deadline, not a stated processing time.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Kenya?

Visitors must get an eTA before travel unless their nationality is exempt. Citizens of the countries listed in the exemption options can enter without an eTA for 60, 90 or 180 days.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Kenya?

There are 5 options: Entry without an eTA for 180 days (no visa at all); Entry without an eTA for 90 days (no visa at all); Entry without an eTA for 60 days (no visa at all); eTA (online travel permit) (an online travel permit); East African Tourist Visa (a special permit).

Who can go to Kenya without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Burundi, DR Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda can enter without an eTA. Citizens of the countries listed here can enter without an eTA for 90 days. Citizens of the countries listed here can enter without an eTA for 60 days.

Can I apply online for Kenya?

Yes: eTA (online travel permit). Citizens of countries outside the eTA exemption lists must apply before travel.

How long can I stay on a Kenya tourist visa?

90 days

How much does a Kenya tourist visa cost?

USD 32.50

What documents do I need for a Kenya tourist visa?

Hotel reservation, or an invitation letter if staying with friends.; Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country where yellow fever is endemic..

How do I apply for a Kenya tourist visa?

1. 1. Apply online for an eTA up to 90 days before travel, and at least 3 days before departure. 2. 2. Provide a hotel reservation or an invitation letter if staying with friends. 3. 3. Pay the USD 32.50 fee.

What rules do I have to follow on a Kenya tourist visa?

An eTA normally allows one entry. You may re-enter after visiting other East African Community countries if your eTA is still valid.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Kenya?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Kenya visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

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