Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide

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Free (exempt) · ETA: US$30 · Kenya Electronic: 30 USD

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Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) at a glance

Government visa fee: US$30 (+ small processing charge; ~US$34 total)
HolidaySG service fee: S$65.00
Processing time: 24–72 hours (apply ≥3 days before travel)
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

Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014). Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from our service fee.

Do you need a visa to 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 16 Aug 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

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Official Kenya visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Online application available — INDIA (ordinary passports) = mandatory eTA at etakenya.go.ke, USD 30, before travel. SINGAPORE = eTA-EXEMPT (visa-free) up to 90 days since 2025. Kenya replaced visas with the eTA for all non-exempt travellers.

Visa on arrival: No Online application: Yes

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.

HolidaySG assistance fee: S$65 ~~S$100~~ per applicant — official government fees above are separate. Apply now

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

Kenya visa requirements by nationality

Top 30 passports

Passport	Requirement	Max stay	Need help?
🇸🇬Singapore	e-Visa required	90 days	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇲🇾Malaysia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇮🇳India	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇮🇩Indonesia	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇵🇭Philippines	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇨🇳China	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇻🇳Vietnam	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇹🇭Thailand	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇯🇵Japan	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇰🇷South Korea	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇦🇺Australia	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇬🇧United Kingdom	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇺🇸United States	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇨🇦Canada	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇩🇪Germany	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇫🇷France	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇦🇪UAE	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇵🇰Pakistan	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇧🇩Bangladesh	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇱🇰Sri Lanka	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇭🇰Hong Kong	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇹🇼Taiwan	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇳🇿New Zealand	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇧🇷Brazil	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇷🇺Russia	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed
🇿🇦South Africa	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇳🇬Nigeria	Visa-free (up to 60 days)	60 days	No visa needed
🇪🇬Egypt	Visa-free (up to 60 days)	60 days	No visa needed
🇲🇲Myanmar	Electronic travel authorisation (ETA)	—	No visa needed

General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.

Kenya visa — frequently asked questions

Yes — Singaporeans need an e-Visa for Kenya, applied for online before departure. HolidaySG can handle the application for a flat S$65 assistance fee.

Indians need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travelling to Kenya — apply online in advance.

No visa is needed — Malaysians can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 90 days.

Filipinos need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travelling to Kenya — apply online in advance.

Chinese nationals need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travelling to Kenya — apply online in advance.

The official government fee for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) is US$30 (+ small processing charge; ~US$34 total). HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$65 per applicant (usually S$100).

Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA): 24–72 hours (apply ≥3 days before travel). Apply well before your travel date; we track your application until the outcome.

Typically: Passport valid ≥6 months; Photo / selfie; Return ticket; Hotel booking / host details; Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic country; Card payment. Exact requirements depend on your nationality — we send a personalised checklist.

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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