Gambia to Kenya visa requirements
Gambian citizens are exempt from eTA requirements for Kenya and can stay up to 90 days for tourism.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Gambia travellers need to know
If you hold a Gambia passport and plan to visit Kenya for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
Gambian citizens are exempt from eTA requirements for Kenya and can stay up to 90 days for tourism.
Typical stay guidance: Maximum 90-day stay permitted without visa.
Passport rule: Valid passport with at least one blank page
While eTA not required, accommodation and travel itinerary details must be provided at entry.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Gambia to Kenya.
Entry requirements
- No eTA (electronic travel authorization) required
- Part of Kenya's visa exemption list for certain nationalities
- Accommodation booking and itinerary details required
Stay
Maximum 90-day stay permitted without visa.
While eTA not required, accommodation and travel itinerary details must be provided at entry.
How to prepare (Gambia → Kenya)
- 1
Confirm Kenya still lists Gambia as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Kenya.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Gambia passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Kenya
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Gambia citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Gambia travellers need visa-free for tourism to Kenya. Gambian citizens are exempt from eTA requirements for Kenya and can stay up to 90 days for tourism.
How long can I stay in Kenya on a Gambia passport?
Maximum 90-day stay permitted without visa.
What documents should Gambia travellers carry to Kenya?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.
Where can I verify Kenya entry rules officially?
Start with: Electronic Travel Authorization of Kenya; Kenya eTA exemption list. 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.