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Apply for a Kenya eTA online
We help you apply for a Kenya eTA online. You can apply here without going to a Kenyan embassy or consulate. We'll update you on your application and send you the decision.
Typical service timeline: 1-7 business days after complete documents are received. Authority checks or requests for more information may take longer.
kenya-immigration.com, operated by Kenya eTA Immigration Assistance Service, is an independent party not associated with any governmental organization in Kenya. We do not process visa applications directly on behalf of any government authority. We are not a law firm and do not offer legal advice; if you apply here, you pay the Government & Admin Fee and our service fee.
Eligibility & rules first
Who needs a Kenya eTA—and who is exempt
Before starting an application, verify whether your nationality and itinerary require a Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) under current Republic of Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services rules (etakenya.go.ke/eligibility).
1. Travelers who must obtain an eTA
Foreign nationals from non-exempt countries—including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, and EU member states—must hold an approved eTA before boarding their flight to Kenya. This applies to adults and children of all ages.
2. eTA-exempt nationalities & categories
Citizens of East African Community (EAC) partner states, plus nationalities listed as exempt on etakenya.go.ke/eligibility for short visits (60–90 days, such as Egypt or South Africa), holders of valid Kenyan residence/work permits, and airside transit passengers who do not pass immigration do not need an eTA.
3. Entry conditions & health insurance
An approved eTA authorizes travel to a Kenyan port of entry; final admission is determined by immigration officers upon arrival. Kenyan authorities also require foreign visitors to hold valid Inbound Travel Health Insurance covering medical emergencies and evacuation (see insurance.ecitizen.go.ke).
Check requirements by nationality
Direct answers on eTA requirements, exemptions, passport validity, and common itineraries:
Australia citizenseTA Required
Australian passport holders require an approved eTA before boarding flights to Nairobi or Mombasa.
Canada citizenseTA Required
Canadian citizens must obtain a Kenya eTA prior to departure; includes passport and family travel checks.
India citizenseTA Required
Indian passport holders require a Kenya eTA plus Yellow Fever certificate checks for return travel to India.
Egypt citizensExempt up to 60 Days
Egyptian ordinary passport holders are exempt from the Kenya eTA for short stays up to 60 days.
United States citizenseTA Required
U.S. citizens require a Kenya eTA for tourism, safari, business, or land-side transit.
United Kingdom citizenseTA Required
British passport holders must hold an approved Kenya eTA before traveling to Kenya.
How the service works
Four steps, with responsibilities kept clear
We help prepare and transmit your application. Kenyan authorities assess it and decide whether to issue the travel authorization. No assistance service can guarantee that outcome.
See the full process →- 01
Complete the online form
Enter your passport, contact, and travel details (up to 15 travelers in one group form). Review every detail before payment.
- 02
Pay the displayed fees
The checkout separates the Government & Admin Fee ($65–$95) from our Service Fee ($69.99) before you confirm payment.
- 03
Provide your documents
Upload your passport bio-data page, recent photo, flight itinerary, and accommodation or invitation files for manual review.
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Receive application updates
We verify your files, transmit your application, send status updates, and deliver the authority’s PDF decision to your email.
Choose by travel purpose
Common Kenya eTA categories
Eligibility, permitted activities, entry conditions, and document requirements vary by nationality and visa category. Check those details before you start.
Before you apply
Documents required for a Kenya eTA
- Valid passport: At least 6 months validity from your planned arrival date in Kenya and at least 2 blank pages
- Recent digital photograph: Clear, full-face color photo or selfie against a plain light background
- Flight & stay confirmation: Arrival/return or onward ticket, plus hotel/safari booking or host invitation letter
- Category or minor documents: Business invitation/registration, birth certificate & parental consent for children, or Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country
Exact document requirements are shown after you select your nationality and travel purpose on our requirements checker.
Transparent fees & options
Official portal vs. private application assistance
You can always apply directly on the official Republic of Kenya portal (etakenya.go.ke) for the base government fee (approximately US$30 for a standard eTA or US$20 for a Transit eTA, plus small card processing charges; standard government turnaround is ~3 working days).
If you choose our private assistance service, checkout separates the Government & Admin Fee ($65.00 for Transit eTA or $95.00 for Tourist, Business, East Africa, or Medical eTA) from our Service Fee ($69.99 per applicant). Our service is helpful when you want manual document and photo checks, single-session group filing for up to 15 travelers, and email/phone support.
Private assistance fee summary
Government & Admin Fee
$65 – $95
by eTA category
Service Fee
$69.99
per applicant
Total per applicant: $134.99 (Transit) or $164.99 (Tourist / Business / East Africa / Medical). 100% of our Service Fee is refunded if the application is rejected by Kenyan authorities. Typical service turnaround is 1–7 business days after complete documents are received.
Who does what
Assistance does not replace your responsibility as the applicant
Our service can help with
- Explaining the online form and required fields
- Checking whether uploaded files are readable and complete
- Transmitting the prepared application and sending updates
- Delivering the authority's decision to your email
You remain responsible for
- Providing accurate passport, identity, and travel details
- Choosing a visa category that matches the intended activity
- Responding when more documents or information are requested
- Checking the visa and entry conditions before travel
Common questions
Essential guides for children, transit, families & urgent travel
Requirements differ by nationality, visa category, and trip purpose. Read our most requested policy guides before opening the application form.
Browse all FAQ guides →Kenya eTA for Children & Minors (Rules, Exemptions & Consent Letter)
Who applies for a minor, mandatory vs. situational documents, and parental consent letter template.
Kenya Transit eTA (Airside Layovers vs. Clearing Immigration)
When you are exempt during an airport layover vs. when you need a 72-hour Transit eTA for baggage, Wilson Airport, or hotel stays.
Family & Group Kenya eTA Applications (Checklist & Per-Person Fees)
How group submission works, shared vs. individual document checklists, and fee calculation per traveler.
Urgent & 24-Hour Kenya eTA Processing Times Explained
Difference between Kenyan government processing (~3 working days) and our private review timeline (1–7 business days).
Kenya eTA Fees & Full Cost Breakdown
Side-by-side comparison of official etakenya.go.ke fees (~$30 / ~$20) and our private assistance fees ($65–$95 + $69.99).
Designated Kenya Entry Points (Airports, Seaports & Land Borders)
Official ports of entry where an approved Kenya eTA is accepted.
Plan beyond the visa
Practical travel guides with useful next steps
View all travel guides →Guide 01
Understand regional food and dining
Read guide →Guide 02
Check currency and exchange basics
Read guide →Guide 03
Plan around wildlife seasons
Read guide →Ready to check your requirements?
Start with nationality, travel purpose, and passport details.