Planning on travelling to Kenya? You may be able to apply for a Kenya eVisa online!
The eVisa for Kenya is an online option for those eligible, meaning you don’t need to visit a consulate or embassy.
In this article, we will delve into the details of the Kenya eVisa, including what it is, eligibility requirements, what the Kenya eVisa price is, how to apply for a Kenya eVisa, and more, so that you can navigate your travel plans to Kenya with ease.
What is a Kenya eVisa?
The Kenya eVisa is an online visa application system introduced by the Kenyan government to allow citizens of certain countries to enter Kenya.
It essentially allows you to apply for a visa electronically without needing to visit a consulate or embassy.
The Kenyan eVisa can be used for tourist, business, or transit purposes.
Once the eVisa is approved, it will be emailed to you and you will need to print it out for your arrival in Kenya alongside your passport and other required documentation.
The eVisa to Kenya aims to enhance convenience and efficiency for eligible travellers planning to visit Kenya.
Is the Kenya eVisa multiple entry?
The standard eVisa is a single-entry visa.
This means that you can enter Kenya once and, after you leave, you would need to obtain a new visa if you want to re-enter.
Read:
What You Need To Know Before Travelling To Kenya
Who is eligible?
Countries eligible to obtain a Kenya eVisa include:
MaltaNorthern Mariana Islands
Afghanistan
Åland Islands
Albania
Algeria
American Samoa
Andorra
Angola
Anguilla
Antarctica
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Bouvet Island
Brazil
British Indian Ocean Territory
Brunei Darussalam
Bulgaria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cambodia
Cameroon
Canada
Cape Verde
Cayman Islands
Central African Republic
Chad
Chile
China
Christmas Island
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Colombia
Comoros
Congo
Côte d’Ivoire
Croatia
Cuba
Curaçao
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Djibouti
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Estonia
Eswatini
Ethiopia
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guiana
French Polynesia
French Southern Territories
Gabon
Gambia
Georgia
Germany
Ghana
Gibraltar
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Guam
Guatemala
Guernsey
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Guyana
Haiti
Heard Island and McDonald Islands
Honduras
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Ireland
Isle of Man
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jersey
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kiribati
Kosovo
Kuwait
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Latvia
Lebanon
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Mali
Marshall Islands
Martinique
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Montserrat
Morocco
Mozambique
Myanmar
Namibia
Nauru
Nepal
Netherlands
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Niger
Nigeria
Niue
Norfolk Island
North Korea
North Macedonia
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Palau
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Pitcairn
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Qatar
Reunion
Romania
Russia
Rwanda
Saint Barthélemy
Saint Helena
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Martin (French part)
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Samoa
San Marino
Sao Tome and Principe
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Serbia
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon Islands
Somalia
South Africa
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
South Korea
Spain
Sri Lanka
State of Palestine
Sudan
Suriname
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Sweden
Switzerland
Syraian Arab Republic
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Tanzania
Thailand
Timor-Leste
Togo
Tokelau
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Turkmenistan
Turks and Caicos Islands
Tuvalu
Uganda
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States Minor Outlying Islands
United States of America
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Vatican City State
Venezuela
Vietnam
Virgin Islands British
Virgin Islands U.S
Wallis and Futuna
Western Sahara
Yemen
Zambia
Zimbabwe
How long does a Kenya eVisa take?
The Kenya eVisa processing time can take around three days, however, it may take longer, so it’s always a good idea to allow yourself plenty of time to apply.
How much does the Kenya eVisa cost?
When applying with Visa First, the Kenya eVisa cost starts from €120
What are the Kenya eVisa requirements?
To apply for the Kenya eVisa, you will need the following:
Valid passport with at least one blank page
Recent passport-sized photograph
Accommodation details, such as hotel reservations or an invitation letter from a host in Kenya
Proof of sufficient funds
Proof of return ticket
Valid email address
Payment method for the eVisa fee
Details of your travel plans
What are the Kenya eVisa photo requirements?
Meeting the photo requirements is important for a successful eVisa Kenya application.
The requirements are as follows:
Photo must have been taken within the last month
Size must be 500x500px
Background must be white and plain
A neutral facial expression is required
Face must be in full view
Glasses must be removed for the photo
How to apply for a Kenya eVisa?
You can apply for the Kenyan eVisa yourself, or with a visa expert like Visa First.
At Visa First, our service is reliable, fast and convenient.
The process of applying for your visa with Visa First is as follows:
Start by using our eligibility checker to see if we can assist you with your visa
Create or sign in to your Visa First account and start the application form
Add in your personal, contact, passport, and citizenship details, and fill out a couple of more questions
Pay the required fees
Upload your documents
Our team will proceed with your application and contact you with any updates
Note that you can check the Kenya eVisa status in your Visa First account.
Why Visa First?
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Over 20 years of experience preparing and securing visas worldwide
A qualified visa expert will guide you through the entire process
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Apply for your Kenya eVisa today!
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