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Kenya Visa Requirements, Fees & Application Guide

Many nationalities enter Kenya visa-free — check your passport in seconds, or let us confirm it.

Flat fee per applicant · government fee paid separately
Licensed Singapore agency (TA04014) Government-sourced Verified 19 August 2026

Kenya visa at a glance

Government visa fee
US$30 (+ small processing charge; ~US$34 total)
Processing time
Advised to apply at least 3 days (72h) before travel
Validity
Single entry, use within 90 days
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
Visa required?
Nearly all non-exempt visitors incl. India, China, Japan, South Korea, USA, Canada, UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Russia, Brazil, GCC — including infants.
Arrival card
eTA doubles as arrival declaration
Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from any HolidaySG service fee. Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Do you need a visa for Kenya?

Travellers from Singapore (90 days, since 1 Jul 2025); East African Community (Burundi, DRC, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda) up to 180 days; most other African nationals (visa/eTA-free short stays since 30 May 2025); Malaysia*, South Africa, and diplomatic passports of several countries. can generally enter Kenya without a visa. Nearly all non-exempt visitors incl. India, China, Japan, South Korea, USA, Canada, UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Russia, Brazil, GCC — including infants.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from Singapore (90 days, since 1 Jul 2025); East African Community (Burundi, DRC, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda) up to 180 days; most other African nationals (visa/eTA-free short stays since 30 May 2025); Malaysia*, South Africa, and diplomatic passports of several countries. do not require a visa for Kenya for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (Kenya eTA — Directorate of Immigration Services) · Last verified 19 August 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Official Kenya visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026
Visa on arrival: No e-Visa: No

Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

Official fee: US$30 (+ small processing charge; ~US$34 total)
Validity
Single entry, use within 90 days
Max stay
Up to 90 days
Processing time
24–72 hours (apply ≥3 days before travel)
Where to apply
etakenya.go.ke (official) only

Who needs it: Nearly all non-exempt visitors incl. India, China, Japan, South Korea, USA, Canada, UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Russia, Brazil, GCC — including infants.

Visa-free: Singapore (90 days, since 1 Jul 2025); East African Community (Burundi, DRC, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda) up to 180 days; most other African nationals (visa/eTA-free short stays since 30 May 2025); Malaysia*, South Africa, and diplomatic passports of several countries.

Required documents

  • Passport valid ≥6 months
  • Photo / selfie
  • Return ticket
  • Hotel booking / host details
  • Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic country
  • Card payment

Arrival card: eTA doubles as arrival declaration

East Africa Tourist Visa (Kenya/Uganda/Rwanda) US$100 also available.

Source: Kenya eTA — Directorate of Immigration Services · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

Official fee: 30 USD
Validity
eTA valid for travel within 90 days of issue; single entry, 90-day stay
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
Advised to apply at least 3 days (72h) before travel
Processing time
Advised to apply at least 3 days (72h) before travel
Where to apply
https://www.etakenya.go.ke

Who needs it: All non-exempt travellers, incl. ordinary Indian passport holders

Required documents

  • Passport valid 6+ months
  • Passport bio-page scan
  • Passport-style photo
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Accommodation details
  • Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic area

Extra charges: No reduced fee for children; processing/service fees only if using third parties (avoid)

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

eTA Exemption (Singapore & listed countries)

Official fee: Free
Validity
Per entry
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
On arrival
Processing time
On arrival
Where to apply
https://www.etakenya.go.ke

Who needs it: Singapore passport holders and other exempted nationalities (and EAC citizens)

Required documents

  • Passport valid 6+ months
  • Return ticket
  • Proof of funds/accommodation may be checked
  • Yellow fever certificate if applicable

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

Official fee: 30 USD
Validity
eTA valid for travel within 90 days of issue; single entry, 90-day stay
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
Advised to apply at least 3 days (72h) before travel
Processing time
Advised to apply at least 3 days (72h) before travel
Where to apply
https://www.etakenya.go.ke

Who needs it: All non-exempt travellers, incl. ordinary Indian passport holders

Required documents

  • Passport valid 6+ months
  • Passport bio-page scan
  • Passport-style photo
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Accommodation details
  • Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic area

Extra charges: No reduced fee for children; processing/service fees only if using third parties (avoid)

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

Official fee: 30 USD
Validity
eTA valid for travel within 90 days of issue; single entry, 90-day stay
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
Advised to apply at least 3 days (72h) before travel
Processing time
Advised to apply at least 3 days (72h) before travel
Where to apply
https://www.etakenya.go.ke

Who needs it: All non-exempt travellers, incl. ordinary Indian passport holders

Required documents

  • Passport valid 6+ months
  • Passport bio-page scan
  • Passport-style photo
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Accommodation details
  • Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic area

Extra charges: No reduced fee for children; processing/service fees only if using third parties (avoid)

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Need help applying? HolidaySG handles the paperwork end-to-end.

Kenya visa — frequently asked questions

Yes. Ordinary Indian passport holders must obtain the Kenya eTA online at etakenya.go.ke (USD 30) before travelling; only Indian diplomatic/official/service passport holders are exempt for up to 90 days.
No. Since 2025 Singapore passport holders are eTA-exempt and can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 90 days.
USD 30, with no reduced fee for children. It should be applied for only on the official government portal.
The eTA must be used for travel within 90 days of issue and allows a stay of up to 90 days (single entry).
Kenya replaced its traditional visa with the eTA system — non-exempt travellers now apply for the eTA rather than a visa, and it is often described as 'visa-free' entry with an authorisation.
At least 3 days (72 hours) before departure to allow processing time.
A passport valid 6+ months, a bio-page scan, a photo, return ticket and accommodation details; a yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area.
www.etakenya.go.ke — avoid third-party sites that charge extra service fees.

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