Entry rules by passport
- United States passports
- No visa, but you need an approved eTA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before you travel. Your passport must be valid at least 6 months with a blank page.Source: Directorate of Immigration Services, Republic of Kenya. Updated as of Nov 7, 2026.
- United Kingdom passports
- No visa, but apply online for an eTA before you travel, ideally 2 weeks ahead. Your passport must be valid 6 months after you arrive, with 2 blank pages.Source: UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. Updated as of Nov 7, 2026.Full guide for United Kingdom passports
- EU passports
- Most EU passports need an approved eTA before travel; Cypriot passports are exempt for stays of up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid at least 6 months with a blank page.Source: Directorate of Immigration Services, Republic of Kenya. Updated as of Nov 7, 2026.
- Canada passports
- No tourist visa, but you must get an eTA online before you leave. Your passport must be valid at least 6 months from the date you enter Kenya.Source: Government of Canada. Updated as of Nov 7, 2026.
- Australia passports
- No visa, but you need an approved eTA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before you travel. Your passport must be valid at least 6 months with a blank page.Source: Directorate of Immigration Services, Republic of Kenya. Updated as of Nov 7, 2026.
- India passports
- Ordinary passports need an approved eTA before travel; diplomatic, official and service passports are exempt for up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid 6 months with a blank page.Source: Directorate of Immigration Services, Republic of Kenya. Updated as of Nov 7, 2026.Full guide for India passports
Other passports: Directorate of Immigration Services, Republic of Kenya lists every nationality. Check again before you travel: Kenya makes the final entry decision.