Kenya to Gabon visa requirements
Apply online for Gabon’s e‑Visa (ETA) before travel; it is currently valid only for entry by air via Libreville (Léon Mba International Airport).
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Kenya travellers need to know
If you hold a Kenya passport and plan to visit Gabon for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Apply online for Gabon’s e‑Visa (ETA) before travel; it is currently valid only for entry by air via Libreville (Léon Mba International Airport).
Typical stay guidance: The e‑Visa portal describes visas granted for 1–3 months (single entry) or 6 months (multiple entry).
Passport rule: At least 6 months (per Gabon e‑Visa portal).
Health note: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry for all travellers over 1 year of age (per WHO country list).
Verify any visa exemptions and acceptable entry points with official Gabon authorities/embassy guidance before travel.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Kenya to Gabon.
Entry requirements
- Your online application must include a copy of your passport data page and a colour photo (35×45mm, taken within the last 6 months).
- Your passport should have at least 6 months validity.
- Processing time is stated as 72 hours after ETA reception (cannot be processed faster).
- Do not travel before the arrival date you registered, and do not travel without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt.
- Fees are stated on the e‑Visa portal; payment is made on arrival when the e‑visa sticker is delivered.
Stay
The e‑Visa portal describes visas granted for 1–3 months (single entry) or 6 months (multiple entry).
Health — Yellow fever
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry for all travellers over 1 year of age (per WHO country list).
Verify any visa exemptions and acceptable entry points with official Gabon authorities/embassy guidance before travel.
How to prepare (Kenya → Gabon)
- 1
Apply on the official Gabon eVisa portal before you travel.
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Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
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Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
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Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
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Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Kenya passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Gabon
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- 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 Kenya citizens need a visa for Gabon?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Kenya travellers need eVisa for tourism to Gabon. Apply online for Gabon’s e‑Visa (ETA) before travel; it is currently valid only for entry by air via Libreville (Léon Mba International Airport).
How long can I stay in Gabon on a Kenya passport?
The e‑Visa portal describes visas granted for 1–3 months (single entry) or 6 months (multiple entry).
What documents should Kenya travellers carry to Gabon?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry for all travellers over 1 year of age (per WHO country list).
Where can I verify Gabon entry rules officially?
Start with: Gabon DGDI — e‑Visa (ETA) portal (requirements, processing time, fees, airport validity); WHO — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations (country list PDF; includes Gabon entry requirement). Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Gabon DGDI — e‑Visa (ETA) portal (requirements, processing time, fees, airport validity)
- WHO — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations (country list PDF; includes Gabon entry requirement)
Important
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.