Overview
Since January 2024 Kenya has replaced visitor visas with the Electronic Travel Authorisation. Each traveller, including children, applies individually on the official portal or the Kenya Travel Authorisation app. East African Community citizens are exempt.
Who can apply
Foreign visitors except citizens of East African Community partner states and holders of valid Kenyan permits or passes.
Requirements
What you need
- Passport
Valid for at least six months after arrival, with one blank page.
- Travel details
Flight itinerary and accommodation booking or host details.
- Photo and payment card
A passport-style photo or selfie and a card for payment.
Procedure
Step by step
5 steps from start to finish.
- Step 1 of 5
Open the official portal
Go to etakenya.go.ke or install the Kenya Travel Authorisation app.
- Step 2 of 5
Complete the form
Enter passport, travel and accommodation details for each traveller.
