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Kenya

Africa · Eastern Africa · Capital: Nairobi

Travel purpose

🔑 Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is 32.50 USD. Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda.

e-Visa

e-Visa available for up to 90 days

Apply for eVisa online

No embassy visit required — apply from anywhere

Apply at least 5 days before travel — based on processing time
Max stay

90 days

Processing

3–5 working days

Fee

₹4,850 (~$51)

90 days. Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is 32.50 USD. Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda.

Required documents
  • Valid passport (at least 6 months validity; scan of bio-data page required)
  • Passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG format for online upload)
  • Credit/debit card for e-Visa fee payment (online application)
  • Return / onward flight booking details
  • Hotel / accommodation booking details
  • Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds
  • Email address for e-Visa delivery
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (required if travelling from high-risk country)
  • Return / onward flight ticket
  • Hotel / accommodation booking

Last verified: 5 May 2026 · Source

All travel purposes

Transit

e-Visa

e-Visa available for up to 90 days

Apply for eVisa online

No embassy visit required — apply from anywhere

Apply at least 5 days before travel — based on processing time
Processing

3–5 working days

Transit requirements vary; check if an airside transit visa (ATV) is needed.

Required documents
  • Valid passport
  • Confirmed onward flight ticket
  • Visa for destination country (if required)
  • Transit visa (if required for the layover country)

Last verified: 22 Apr 2026 · Source

Business

e-Visa

e-Visa available for up to 90 days

Apply for eVisa online

No embassy visit required — apply from anywhere

Apply at least 5 days before travel — based on processing time
Max stay

90 days

Processing

3–5 working days

Fee

₹4,850 (~$51)

90 days. Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is 32.50 USD. Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda.

Required documents
  • Valid passport (at least 6 months validity; scan of bio-data page required)
  • Passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG format for online upload)
  • Credit/debit card for e-Visa fee payment (online application)
  • Return / onward flight booking details
  • Hotel / accommodation booking details
  • Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds
  • Email address for e-Visa delivery

Last verified: 5 May 2026 · Source

Transit

Visa Free

No transit visa required for airside transit

Apply

Indian passport holders do not need a transit visa for airside transit through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). For landside transit or entering Kenya, an e-Visa is required.

Required documents
  • Valid passport
  • Confirmed onward flight ticket
  • Visa for destination country (if required)
  • Transit visa (if required for the layover country)

Last verified: 5 May 2026 · Source

Disclaimer: The visa information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and is sourced from publicly available data including Wikipedia and official embassy/consulate websites. It is updated regularly but may not reflect the most current requirements. Visa policies, fees, and required documents are subject to change at any time without notice. This website does not constitute legal advice. Travellers are strongly advised to verify all visa requirements with the official embassy, high commission, or consulate of the destination country before making any travel arrangements. We accept no liability for any loss or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided here.