Côte d’Ivoire to Kenya visa requirements
Côte d'Ivoire citizens must apply for an electronic visa (e-visa) to enter Kenya for tourism purposes, which can typically be obtained online before travel.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Côte d’Ivoire travellers need to know
If you hold a Côte d’Ivoire passport and plan to visit Kenya for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Côte d'Ivoire citizens must apply for an electronic visa (e-visa) to enter Kenya for tourism purposes, which can typically be obtained online before travel.
Typical stay guidance: Maximum stay duration is 3 months (subject to immigration officer discretion at entry).
Passport rule: Valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining beyond your intended departure date from Kenya.
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if you have recently traveled through or from a yellow fever risk area.
Visa and entry requirements can change without notice. Always verify current rules with official Kenya immigration sources and your airline before travel. Different rules may apply for business travel, work, or extended stays.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Côte d’Ivoire to Kenya.
Entry requirements
- Kenya requires an electronic visa application, typically submitted online through the official immigration portal.
- Processing times and fees vary; ensure you apply well in advance of your travel date.
Stay
Maximum stay duration is 3 months (subject to immigration officer discretion at entry).
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if you have recently traveled through or from a yellow fever risk area.
Visa and entry requirements can change without notice. Always verify current rules with official Kenya immigration sources and your airline before travel. Different rules may apply for business travel, work, or extended stays.
How to prepare (Côte d’Ivoire → Kenya)
- 1
Apply on the official Kenya eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Côte d’Ivoire passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Kenya
- Proof of funds: Proof of sufficient funds for your stay (typically bank statements or cash equivalent).
- Onward travel: Proof of onward travel (return or onward flight ticket) or sufficient funds to purchase one.
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Côte d’Ivoire citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Côte d’Ivoire travellers need eVisa for tourism to Kenya. Côte d'Ivoire citizens must apply for an electronic visa (e-visa) to enter Kenya for tourism purposes, which can typically be obtained online before travel.
How long can I stay in Kenya on a Côte d’Ivoire passport?
Maximum stay duration is 3 months (subject to immigration officer discretion at entry).
What documents should Côte d’Ivoire travellers carry to Kenya?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if you have recently traveled through or from a yellow fever risk area.
Where can I verify Kenya entry rules officially?
Start with: Kenya Official eTA Portal; Kenya visa policy - Wikipedia. Requirements can change without notice.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.