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Verdict

Electronic travel authorisation

No visa, but you must register an electronic travel authorisation before boarding.

Applies to

Short-stay tourism

May differ for

  • Business, study or work visits may require a different visa
  • Transit without entering the country may follow different rules
  • Diplomatic/official passports may have separate arrangements
  • Holders of long-term residence permits should check specific rules

Official source

Official embassy / immigration authority of the destination

Last verified

2026-09-07

Policies may change. For critical decisions, confirm on the official portal.

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Do now

Confirm visa status and requirements

  1. 1. Check your passport validity

    Most destinations require 6+ months validity beyond your return date and 2+ blank pages. Renew first if it is close to expiry.

    Now

Before applying

Documents, appointments, process

  1. 1. Register your travel authorisation

    Apply online before boarding — approval is usually minutes to 72 hours. Keep the confirmation e-mail on your phone.

    1-2 weeks before

Before departure

Print, pack, final checks

  1. 1. Run the pre-trip checklist

    Insurance, bookings, currency, eSIM, adapters — tick it off and nothing stays in your head.

    Final weekOpen packing list →

  2. 2. Get the local guide

    What to see, how to move around, what to avoid — curated for this destination, with sources linked.

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Kenya local guide

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Kenya safari & coast guide

E-visa $51 USD online, 90 days. Safaris are expensive — Maasai Mara peak season $2,000+/person. Budget option: Hell's Gate or Amboseli.

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  • What is the latest visa policy for Kenya?
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  • How many weeks before departure should I start?

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