Visa Kenya (e-visa)

Going on a trip and want to apply for a visa to Kenya? At Traveldocs you can quickly and easily apply for a tourist visa from €99.95 per person.

Visa ready from 18 October 2026

Note: In addition to the standard e-visa for Kenya, you can also apply for the East Africa Visa. You can find more information and requirements here.

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Purpose

Vacation, business travel and transfers
Validity

Maximum 1 year after agreement (multiple trips)
Residence

Maximum 90 days per visit
Delivery time

Average of 2 working days (emergency: average of 15 minutes)
Costs

€99.95 per visa
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ETA Kenya Application

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If you have plans to go to Kenya, you need to apply for a visa Kenya to enter the country. This means you need prior permission from the local authorities.

Apply for your e-visa to Kenya easily and quickly online through our website. Arrange your visa up to 7 days before departure, without having to provide physical documents.

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About ETA Kenya

Explanation visa Kenya

What is a visa Kenya application and what types of visas are there?

To enter the borders of Kenya you must obtain prior permission from the local authorities.

For most tourist and business trips, it is possible to apply for an electronic e-Visa up to 7 days before departure. This visa is valid for 3 months and offers you a single (single) entry to Kenya.

This can be done entirely digitally via our website and you no longer need to physically supply us with documents in order to prepare the application for you.

However, in addition to the e-Visa for tourist and business travelers, we also offer a multiple entry East African visa.

East African Visa (EAV)

Are you traveling between Rwanda, Kenya and/or Uganda? Then you only need to apply for one visa.

The advantage of this visa is that you will not have to deal with long queues for applying for a Visa on Arrival on arrival and you do not have to go to all three embassies to apply for your visa before departure.

After receiving all necessary documents, we will check the application for completeness before we apply for the East African Visa for you.

The East African Visa offers you the following:

With this visa you can travel several times through the borders of Rwanda, Kenya and / or Uganda.
The visa is valid for 3 months and you can stay within the borders of those three countries for a maximum of 90 consecutive days (from the time of arrival).
You do not have to apply for a new permission in advance for each country. With this visa you will receive the EAV upon arrival in the first country by means of the visa authorization issued by us. This only needs to be done once. You may then switch between the countries mentioned above several times.

Processing time, visa validity and cost of the Kenya visa.

The visa costs differ per visa type.

For the Tourist e-Visa you pay € 82,50 per person, including VAT. It takes about 72 hours after submitting your application before we receive a response from the Kenyan government.

The visa is valid for three months and you can stay in Kenya for a maximum of 90 consecutive days.
You can extend this visa locally up to a maximum of 180 days. You must do this at the Immigration Service’s headquarters in Kenya, also known as the Kenya Foreign Nationals Service, Department of Immigration Services. We cannot issue a guarantee for extension, as this decision is for the local immigration authorities.
You must apply for the visa between 28 days and a maximum of 7 days before departure.

For the Business e-Visa you pay € 82,50 per person, including VAT. It takes about 72 hours after submitting your application before we receive a response from the Kenyan government.

The visa is valid for three months and you can stay in Kenya for a maximum of 90 consecutive days.
You can extend this visa locally up to a maximum of 180 days. You must do this at the Immigration Service’s headquarters in Kenya, also known as the Kenya Foreign Nationals Service, Department of Immigration Services. We cannot issue a guarantee for extension, as this decision is for the local immigration authorities.
You must apply for the visa between 28 days and a maximum of 7 days before departure.

For the East African Visa you pay € 126,95 per person, including VAT. Applying for this visa takes about 6 to 7 working days.

With this visa you get 90 days of stay on arrival and you can cross the borders of Rwanda, Kenya and / or Uganda several times.
You must apply for this visa about 6 weeks before departure
In contrast to the Tourist / Business e-Visa, for the AEV visa you do need to provide us with documents together with your passport and passport photos. With this we will go to the embassy for you and we will also collect your passport for you as soon as your visa application is ready.

It differs per visa type which data and documents we need from you to be able to submit the application to the Kenyan government.

Check our pricing page to see with which rates and processing times you will be dealing with.

Why apply for your Kenya Visa at Traveldocs?

At Traveldocs we guarantee professional, correct, smooth and reliable service.

Our experienced experts will check the application before it is submitted to the consulate of Kenya. Only in this way can you be 100% sure that your application is correctly and safely applied for.

Traveldocs makes the procedure easier for you, so no more complicated website procedures.

You will be kept informed of the status of the request by e-mail or telephone. You can also follow your request at any time via the Tracking function on our website.

Traveldocs is a Dutch company with years of experience and the right connections to handle your documents correctly. We work together with various tour operators, top clubs, large (international) companies and NGOs. Your documents are always in safe hands with us.

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Do you want to apply for the Kenya visa directly? Then proceed directly to the online application form. Would you like to know more about the visa and the procedure first? Read our FAQ visa Kenya page, or contact us via the online contact form.

All about the ETA Kenya

Validity
Conditions
Costs
Rush
Transfer
Meaning

Validity

Validity period of the e-visa

Both the tourist visa, business visa and East African visa are all valid for 90 days from the time of issue.

The stay may be 90 consecutive days on all visa types.

The 1-year Kenya visa is valid for 1 year and allows for multiple trips in and out of Kenya within this validity.

However, the stay may not exceed 90 days for the time being unless you have extended it on time.

Extend

If you want to stay in the country longer, you can extend all three visa types up to a stay of up to 180 days. You can do this at the immigration office in Kenya, also called the Kenya Foreign Nationals Service, Department of Immigration Services.

Conditions

Conditions of the ETA

The Kenya visa is a requirement for travelers wishing to travel to Kenya for tourism, business, or transit. To qualify for a Kenya visa, you must meet a number of conditions.

Prerequisites:

You must possess a valid passport, issued by your country of origin, that is valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Kenya. This passport must have at least two blank pages for stamps.

The purpose of travel must be tourist, business, or transit, as other purposes such as study or work require a different type of visa. Your stay in Kenya must not exceed the validity of the visa you have applied for.

Costs

Cost of the ETA

On our website, you can apply for the Kenya ETA at a price starting from €99.95. This cost covers not only the application and processing of your e-visa, but also expedited service and comprehensive customer support. With this service, we ensure that your application is handled efficiently and hassle-free, so that you receive your e-visa by email quickly. Choose our comprehensive service and travel to Vietnam with peace of mind, knowing that everything is well taken care of. Below you can see the different visa types and the corresponding prices:

Costs
Tourism (e-visa) Single entry 90 days	€ 99.95
East Africa Tourist Visa (e-visa) Single entry 90 days	€ 169.95
Business (e-visa) Single entry 30 days	€ 120.95

Rush

Urgent e-visa applications

If required, we can process your application with urgency. We will then apply for your visa within 15 minutes on working days. For most countries, this means that you will receive the visa within an hour. On weekends NO applications will be processed! The cost for an urgent application is € 29.95 per person.

Transfer

Transfer with ETA Kenya

For travelers with a European passport, you will need a transit visa if you transfer at a Kenyan airport and do not leave the country. This visa is required if you fly on to another destination in Kenya and spend more than 24 hours in the transit zone. A shorter transfer, where you do not leave the airport and fly on within 24 hours, does not require a transit visa. It is important to check the specific requirements and make sure you have the proper documentation for your itinerary. Want to make sure you have a hassle-free transit in Kenya? Then apply for your visa here.

Meaning

Meaning ETA Kenya

A Kenya visa is an official permission granted by the government of Kenya that allows foreign travelers to enter and stay in the country temporarily. The visa is required for tourists, business travelers and others who wish to visit Kenya for various purposes. Depending on the type of visa, it can be used for tourism, business, or transit through Kenya. The visa is issued after a thorough review of the applicant's travel and personal information to ensure their eligibility for entry into Kenya and to ensure the security and regulations of the country.

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Applying for visa or legalization can be done entirely online and easily at Traveldocs

Do you have questions about how to apply for a specific visa and what conditions are involved? Then you can take a look at the relevant destination page under the visa heading in the search menu. You can then see per destination what documents you need, what conditions and types of visa applications there are for your chosen destination and how the application process works. Is your destination not listed here? No problem! In fact, Traveldocs is happy to assist you whenever possible with visa applications for all other destinations that do not have their own page on our website.

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Application related information

How long does the application for the eTA for Kenya take?

The processing time for the eTA for Kenya is typically 3 working days. Depending on the processing duration at the embassy itself, it may take longer.

Can I apply for the eTA before booking my transport and accommodation?

No, you must indicate where you will be staying and how you will enter the country during the application.

Is it possible to extend an existing visa for Kenya?

Yes, it is possible to extend your eTA. However, you must do this in person at an immigration office in Kenya. We cannot assist you with this online.

Do I need an eTA if I have a layover in Kenya?

No, it is not necessary to apply for an eTA for Kenya if you have a layover, as long as you do not leave the airport.

General questions

Do I need a visa for Kenya?

Yes, travelers with Dutch or Belgian nationality must apply for travel authorization for Kenya, which is also known as an eTA. Tourists and business travelers can obtain an eTA.

Do children also need their own eTA?

A child (with or without accompaniment) must have their own eTA to enter Kenya. Please note that it is not possible to apply for an eTA for children who are listed in one of the parent’s passports. Each child requires their own passport and eTA to travel to Kenya. Of course, parents can apply for the eTA on behalf of their child.

Can I get a visa on arrival (VOA) in Kenya?

Officially, it is no longer allowed to purchase a visa on arrival (VOA) in Kenya. However, our experience is that it may still be possible in some, but not all, cases. We advise you to arrange your visa before you travel.

How many times can I enter Kenya with the eTA?

With the eTA for Kenya, you are entitled to one entry into Kenya. You can use multiple entries if you visit the following countries within 90 days: Burundi, Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
It is important that you do NOT visit any other countries within these 90 days that are not on the list. Therefore, it is also important that your eTA is still valid and has not expired; otherwise, you cannot use multiple entries.

Can I work or go on a business trip to Kenya with the eTA?

A business trip is allowed if you clearly state this on the application form at the destination. When applying for a business visa, you may only work for an employer based outside Kenya. If you want to join a Kenyan employer, you will have to apply for a special permit at the Kenyan consulate. Please contact us to guide you in this.

How long is the eTA for Kenya valid?

The eTA for Kenya is valid for 90 days from issuance, meaning you must enter the country within these 90 days. Upon entry, you are granted a stay of 90 days.

Do I need to travel to Kenya on the exact dates I indicated in my application?

No, that’s not necessary.

Please note: you may only travel within the given visa validity as stated in your (e-)visa.

You need to apply for a new visa if your changed travel dates no longer fall within the validity of the visa.

Can I apply for the eTA with my ID card?

No, it is not possible to apply for the eTA with an ID card. It must be done with a passport.

How far in advance can I apply for the eTA for Kenya with you?

The application for Kenya can be submitted a maximum of 90 days before the trip. With us, you can submit this application earlier so that you don’t have to worry about it anymore.

Do I need vaccinations to enter Kenya?

No, it is currently not necessary to have vaccinations to enter Kenya.

Do I also need to apply for an eTA if I enter Kenya by land?

Yes, if you enter Kenya by land, you also need to apply for an eTA.

Do I need an eTA for Kenya?

Yes, travelers with Dutch or Belgian citizenship must apply for travel authorization for Kenya, this is also known as an eTA. Tourists and business travelers can obtain an eTA.

Required documents

Which conditions apply to my passport?

Passport must be valid for at least six months after leaving Nepal. An emergency passport will not be accepted.

How can I upload my photograph and passport scan?

After payment of the Kenya visa has been paid you will be redirected to the upload page. Here you can upload a passport photo and passport for each traveler, this is very easy with the provided upload tool on the relevant page. The most common file formats and file sizes can be used. After uploading the files you can crop the image so that the correct part of the image remains.

Does my passport state the letter O or the number 0?

Document numbers in the Netherlands never contain the letter “O”, but they can contain the number “0”. Even though it seems that there is a letter O in your passport, it will be the number 0. It is also important to know that document numbers in the Netherlands are 9 characters long.
Belgian document numbers may include the letter (s) “O” and / or the number “0”. Belgian document numbers are 8 characters long and always start with 2 letters followed by 6 numbers.

My passport photo is black and white; is this acceptable for the visa?

Yes, for the eTA for Kenya, both black and white and color passport photos are acceptable.

What information and documents do I need to provide for the application?

A number of documents must be provided for your eTA. These are: a copy of passport, a recent passport photo, the completed application form on our website, travel information and flight booking, proof of accommodation booking (or invitation letter).

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