Five Year Kenya Multi-Entry eTA for American Citizens
If you hold a United States passport, you are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before traveling to Kenya. You can learn more about the 5-year Kenya eTA for American passport holders—including details on cost, eligibility criteria, and document requirements
1. Overview
A Kenya Multiple Entry eTA, valid for five years, allows U.S. citizen travelers to enter and exit Kenya multiple times without the need to reapply during that period.
A valid eTA is mandatory to board the flight to Kenya. The eTA application is completed and submitted online. After approval, travelers receive their eTA confirmation electronically.
2. Required Documents
Before beginning your application, please make sure you have the following documents ready;
- A valid American or Canadian passport with at least 6 months’ validity and one blank page
- A recent selfie or passport-style photo
- Contact details (email address and phone number)
- Travel itinerary (arrival and departure details)
- Accommodation booking confirmation
- A valid payment card (credit/debit card, etc.)
Depending on your country and travel history, you may also need;
- A Yellow Fever Certificate if coming from endemic countries
- Other vaccination or test result certificates.
Other travel requirements depending on your travel purpose include;
| Type of Travel Application | Requirements | |
| 1. | Business Travellers |
|
| 2. | Tourism |
|
| 3. | Family Visits |
|
| 4. | Diplomatic Travel |
|
| 5. | Medical Care |
|
| 6. | Conference /Seminars/Trainings |
|
| 7. | Employment/Work |
|
| 8. | Study/Education |
|
3. How to Apply
Kenya eTA applications must be completed only through the official website Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) with each traveler applying separately.
The application types include;
- Individual Application: If you're applying alone
- Group Application: Applying for up to 6 people, such as family, couples, friends, or a company on behalf of employees. Group applications save time but require meeting eligibility criteria.
Complete the application online and submit it at least 5 business days in advance before travel. Once approved, your eTA confirmation will be emailed to you.
4. Application Cost and Fees
The fees vary based on the type of travel application and processing option chosen.
There are two options available:
| Application Processing Option | Approval Criteria | Amount (USD) |
|
| 1 | Normal Application |
The processing may take up to 72 hours to be approved |
$185 |
| 2 | Expedited | Involves immediate processing and approval of the application but requires an additional fee | $285 |
5. Other eTA Visa Options for Travel to Kenya
| Type of Travel Application | Qualification | Normal Cost (USD) |
Expedited Cost (USD) | |
| 1 | Transit eTA | For travellers who are on a transit flight through Kenya | $20 | $120 |
| 2 | Standard eTA | Allows entry into Kenya once | $30 | $130 |
| 3. | One Year Multi-Entry eTA | Allows for multiple entries into the country for a period of one year | $300 | $400 |
6. Validity
The eVisa is valid for five years from the arrival date specified in your application. It allows travelers to stay in Kenya for up to 90 days per visit.
7. Purpose of Travel
The 5 Year Kenya eTA can be used for tourism, business, transit, and family visits and it permits travelers to stay in Kenya for up to 90 days per visit.
8. Assistance with Application Enquiries Status and Support
You can check the status of your application at any time by visiting the official government website:
Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) online
For further assistance, You can contact support through any of the following channels:
- Email: etakenya@ecitizen.go.ke
- WhatsApp: +254 110 922 064
- Phone: +254 717 436 070
9. Useful Link
Was this information helpful ?
Like
0
Dislike
0
Love
0
Funny
0
Angry
0
Sad
0
Wow
0
