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Kenya US citizens must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) prior to travel to Kenya. Visas on arrival are no longer issued.
Last verified: 2026-04-27
At a glance
Entry requirements
- Kenya transitioned to a 100% eTA system in January 2024. All US citizens, including infants and children, must hold an approved eTA before boarding their flight.
- The application must be submitted via the official government portal (etakenya.go.ke). The standard processing fee is $30 USD.
- Standard processing takes up to 72 hours, though it is recommended to apply at least two weeks before travel.
Stay
The eTA is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance for a single entry.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least six (6) months after your planned date of arrival in Kenya, with at least one blank page.
Health — Yellow fever
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required if you are arriving from, or have transited for more than 12 hours through, a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission.
Beware of third-party scam websites charging premium fees. Only use the official etakenya.go.ke domain.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.