Do you qualify?
- You are travelling for a holiday, sightseeing or to visit family or friends
- You won’t work or do business during your visit
- You have a return ticket and enough money for your stay
Documents you'll need
| Document | Details | Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | Passport photo page scan, valid for at least 6 months | Required |
| Application form | Completed and checked by us before submission | We prepare |
| Photo | Recent passport-style colour photo | Required |
| Flight booking | Return flight booking | Required |
| Accommodation or invitation | Hotel booking, or an invitation from the people you’re visiting | Required |
We give you a full checklist for your circumstances at your consultation.
Do you need a Kenya tourist ETA?
Kenya replaced its visa system with an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) in January 2024. British passport holders need a Kenya ETA before travelling, applied for online.
What a Kenya tourist ETA covers
A Kenya tourist ETA is for holidays, sightseeing and visiting family or friends in Kenya. It doesn't cover business meetings or paid work. If you're travelling for business, see our Kenya business visa page.
UK residents on other passports
UK residents on other passports also need a Kenya ETA unless their nationality is exempt. The ETA covers tourism, business visits, transit and visiting family.
Kenya tourist ETA help from Manchester
We're based in Manchester city centre and handle Kenya tourist ETA applications for travellers across the UK, entirely online. Before you travel, read the UK government's foreign travel advice for Kenya.
Before you travel to Kenya
Check the UK government’s travel advice for Kenya before you book, and again shortly before you go. It covers safety, local laws, health risks and the latest entry rules.
- Passport: most countries expect it to be valid for at least six months after you arrive, with blank pages for stamps. If yours is close to expiry, renew it first.
- Health: check the NHS fitfortravel website for Kenya at least eight weeks before you travel, in case you need vaccinations or malaria tablets. Some countries ask for a yellow fever certificate if you’ve recently been somewhere with yellow fever.
- Insurance: take out travel insurance that covers medical treatment and getting you home, and check it’s valid for Kenya.
- Bookings: carry copies of your return ticket and accommodation, as border officers can ask to see them.
We go through the entry requirements for your passport when we prepare your application, so you know exactly what to carry.
How we help
- Check your eligibility and confirm the right route at your consultation
- Give you a personalised document checklist
- Prepare and complete your application forms
- Review all evidence against the current rules before submission
- Keep you updated until you have a decision
Fees and timescales
| Service | Visa length | Official fee | Our fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tourist application completed and checked | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
| Urgent Everything in Standard, submitted the same working day | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
The official fee is the fee charged by the country’s eVisa system. It can change, so we confirm it before you pay.
Delivery
Your eVisa is sent to you electronically, so there’s no passport to post. Delivery is a flat £5.
Common questions
Can I visit family on a Kenya tourist ETA?
Yes. Visiting family or friends is covered by the Kenya tourist ETA.
Can I work in Kenya on a Kenya tourist ETA?
No. Working needs a work visa or permit. Contact us and we’ll explain the options.
How long does a Kenya tourist ETA take?
Usually a few working days, but processing times vary. Apply at least a week before you travel, and earlier in busy seasons.
Do I need travel insurance for Kenya?
We strongly recommend it. Choose a policy that covers medical treatment and repatriation, and check it’s valid for your destination before you go.