Kenya visa policy
Kenya has replaced its former visa model with an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system, effective January 1, 2024.
Most travelers have to apply for an eTA online ahead of their trip. They can start the process 90 days in advance, up to at least 3 days before departure. This digital pre‑authorization streamlines entry: once approved, visitors that arrive in Kenya simply present their eTA and passport at immigration. Visitors from East African Community (EAC) partner states—like Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, Burundi, and DR Congo—are exempt from this requirement.
The eTA covers short‑term tourist stays (up to 90 days, with single‑entry validity), and applications must include personal details, travel dates, proof of accommodation or an invitation, and a valid passport with at least six months’ remaining validity. On arrival, standard entry rules apply, including presenting yellow fever vaccination certificates if arriving from an endemic region and showing proof of onward travel. Whether you’re heading for safaris in the Masai Mara or relaxing on the coast, Kenya’s eTA makes preparing for your visit easier and faster than ever.
- Multiple entries: no
- Maximum visit: 90 days
- Processing time: 4 days
- Requirements:
- Passport
- Recent photograph
- Round-trip ticket
- Proof of accommodation
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Kenya visa types
East Africa Tourist Visa
- Description: a joint visa that allows entry into Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda on a single visa.
- Multiple entries: yes, within the three countries.
- Validity: 90 days.
- Eligibility: available to most nationalities traveling for tourism purposes.
Work permit/Special pass
- Description: for foreigners intending to work, volunteer, or reside in Kenya long-term.
- Types: various classes available (A–M), depending on the profession or purpose.
- Application: must be submitted directly to the Directorate of Immigration Services before arrival.
Courtesy visa
- Description: issued to holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports visiting Kenya for official duties or courtesy purposes.
- Eligibility: diplomats, government officials and VIPs.
- Note: no fee is charged. It must be applied for in advance through official channels.
Transit Visa (phased out as of 2024)
- Description: Previously used for short stays while connecting through Kenya.
- Status: no longer issued due to the introduction of the eTA, which now covers transit as well.
