Kenya’s entry requirements vary by nationality, so not all travellers follow the same process. Some can apply for an eTA online, while others are exempt from any eTA requirements.
Reviewing the entry requirements early helps you follow the correct process and simplifies your travel planning.
Countries Eligible for the Kenya eTA
The Kenya eTA is an Electronic travel authorisation that all eligible travellers can obtain online by completing the Kenya eTA application form and paying the associated fee.
- Abkhazia
- Afghanistan
- Aland Islands
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Andorra
- Angola
- Anguilla
- Antarctica
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bonaire
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bouvet Island
- Brazil
- British Indian Ocean Territory
- British Virgin Islands
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Cayman Islands
- Chad
- Chile
- China
- Christmas Island
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands
- Colombia
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Croatia
- Curacao
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Estonia
- Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
- Faroe Islands
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- French Polynesia
- French Southern Territories
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guernsey
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Israel
- Italy
- Japan
- Jersey
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Korea, Republic of (South)
- Kosovo
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Liberia
- Libya
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Macedonia, Republic of
- Madagascar
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mauritania
- Mayotte
- Mexico
- Micronesia, Federated States of
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Nagorno-Karabakh
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Niue
- Norfolk Island
- Northern Cyprus
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Norway
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Pitcairn
- Poland
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico
- Qatar
- Reunion
- Romania
- Russia
- Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
- Saint Barthelemy
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sint Maarten
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- South Ossetia
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Suriname
- Svalbard and Jan Mayen
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tokelau
- Transnistria
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- US Virgin Islands
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States Minor Outlying Islands
- United States of America
- Uruguay
- Vatican City (Holy See)
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna
- Western Sahara
Eligible Countries for Kenya eTA
Kenya
Kenya eTA Purposes
Applicants from eligible countries may apply for a Kenya eTA for the following purposes, with a maximum stay of 90 days.
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Tourism |
Business |
Work |
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Visiting Family and Friends |
Seaman Fishing Vessel |
Conference/Meeting/Seminar/Training |
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Study/Education |
Medical Care |
Religious Visit |
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Crew (Planes or Ships) |
Crew (Positioning) |
Transit |
Audio Instructions for Types of Visa
Processing Times for Kenya eTA
During the application process, you can choose a processing option that matches your schedule and level of urgency:
Normal Processing
Processed within 3-5 Days
Rush Processing
Approval in 2 - 3 Days
Super Rush Processing
Fastest processing within 1 - 2 Days
Note: Approval may be granted earlier than the stated processing time, depending on the review outcome.
Countries Eligible for Visa-Free Entry to Kenya
Citizens of the following countries can enter Kenya without a visa or eTA for stays of up to 90 days, subject to immigration approval on arrival.
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Botswana
- Brunei
- Burundi
- Comoros
- Congo, Democratic Republic of the
- Cyprus
- Dominica
- Ethiopia
- Fiji
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Jamaica
- Kiribati
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Papua New Guinea
- Rwanda
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- Vanuatu
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Kenya ETA Audio Guide on Eligibility, Visa-Free Countries with Travel Tips
Map of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to City Centre, Nairobi:
Frequently Asked Questions
Always use the name exactly as it appears on your passport. Any discrepancy can cause issues.
Yes, if you renew or change your existing passport, you will need to apply for a new Kenyan eTA, as the eTA is linked to your passport.
Yes, it is advised to carry a printed copy along with a digital version when you travel.
Your travel purpose should match the one selected during the application. Changing the purpose may require a new application.
The eTA is generally accepted at major entry points, but it is best to check the approved entry points before travelling.