Kenya eVisa
Many travellers still search for a Kenya eVisa, but this system no longer exists in its original form. Kenya operated an online eVisa portal (evisa.go.ke) for several years, but on 5 January 2024, the Government of Kenya officially retired the eVisa and replaced it with the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) — a broader, unified pre-travel clearance system covering tourism, business, transit, family visits, and most other short-term purposes. The eTA is applied for at a new official portal, etakenya.go.ke, and the old evisa.go.ke platform is no longer used for new visa-type applications. As with every Kenya Visa category, the final decision on entry rests solely with Kenya’s Directorate of Immigration Services.
Eligibility
You will generally need to apply for a Kenya eTA (the successor to the old eVisa) if:
- You are a foreign national visiting Kenya for tourism, business, family visits, conferences, or transit.
- Your nationality is not exempt under a bilateral visa waiver or the East African Community (EAC) exemption.
- You hold a valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity beyond your planned arrival date, and at least one blank page.
Diplomatic Mission and international organisation personnel accredited to Kenya are also required to complete an eTA, though standard fees may not apply to them.
Government Visa Fees
| Category | Fee |
| Standard eTA (replacing all previous eVisa categories) | USD 30 per traveller |
| Additional payment processing/bank charges | Approximately USD 1.50–2.00 |
This is a significant reduction from the old eVisa fee structure, which charged USD 51 for a single-entry visa and USD 101 for a multiple-entry visa. All eTA fees are non-refundable, whether the application is approved or denied.
Kenya Visa Processing Time
Standard eTA processing typically takes 24 to 72 hours (up to 3 working days) from a complete submission, though this can extend during busy periods or where further verification is needed. Applications can be submitted as early as 3 months before travel, and applicants are advised to apply at least a few days to a week ahead of departure. The approved eTA is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance, within which the traveller must arrive in Kenya.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Kenya eVisa requires accurate documentation, a genuine purpose of travel, and compliance with the online visa requirements prescribed by the Kenyan authorities. At Shivansh Consultants, we provide personalized guidance and end-to-end support, assisting you with the Kenya eVisa application, passport documentation, digital photograph requirements, travel itinerary, hotel reservations, return flight bookings, financial documents, travel insurance (where applicable), and all required supporting paperwork. Our experienced consultants carefully review every application to help minimize errors, reduce delays, and ensure your documentation meets the applicable eVisa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Kenya eVisa application process. While the final decision on visa approval rests solely with the Kenyan immigration authorities, our goal is to help you submit a complete, accurate, and well-prepared Kenya eVisa application with confidence.