How to Apply a Kenyan eVisa
You need an eVisa before entering Kenya, which you can obtain following the steps below. Once completed, it takes at least 2 working days to receive your evisa – so ensure to do it in time.
Applying for your eVisa:
1. Open https://accounts.ecitizen.go.ke/register
2. Select 'Create an Account under 'eVisa Visitors'
3. Once Logged in, Select the Department of Immigration services.
4. Select submit Application.
5. Select Kenyan Visa.
6. Select the type of Visa and read the Instructions Carefully.
7. Fill in the application form. Please note that the system requires detailed information about your travel, including a return flight and an invitation letter and ID from your host. Please download the files and fill required details on either of these links: Dropbox link, or One drive link)
8. Pay Using a visa card, Mastercard, and other debit cards.
9. Await approval via email, then download and print the eVisa from your eCitizen account.
10. Present your printed eVisa to the immigration officer at the port of entry.
Conditions and requirements of your Kenyan eVisa
1. Valid travel document not less than six months.
2. Complete the visa application form.
3. At least three blank pages in the holder's passport.
4. Return ticket.
5. Please note Children under sixteen [16] years are exempted from visa payment.
6. In the event of a lapse during payment please do not re-apply, contact the administrator at dis@immigration.go.ke.
7. Upload a recent color passport-size photo with a clear background.
8. Holders of Diplomatic and Service Passports coming on official duty qualify for Courtesy Visa.
9. PRINT VISA AUTHORITY IN COLOUR AND PRESENT IT AT THE AIRPORT OR POINT OF ENTRY ON ARRIVAL
Pimp your vaccination book!
Before visiting Kenya, you should be aware of various disease risks, and consider both compulsory and recommended vaccinations:
Compulsory
• Yellow Fever: YF is widespread. Get Vaccinated before you travel.
The Kenyan authorities regularly carry out spot checks for proof of yellow fever vaccinations. Carry a copy of your proof of vaccination with you at all times. See Link
• COVID-19: As per usual, also ensure that your C-19 vaccinations are up to date. Should you not be vaccinated, ensure to carry a valid negative COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours before departure.
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
Recommended
• Malaria: Malaria is widespread in places below 2,500 meters. Nairobi has long been considered to be malaria-free, but in certain parts of the city, cases have been reported. Therefore all guests are recommended to take anti-malarial medication, use insect repellent, and verify that their accommodation includes mosquito nets. Other insect-borne diseases include dengue, Rift Valley fever, filariasis, and African sleeping sickness. For the geeks among us (for example if your name is Freek), refer to WHO’s Kenya Malaria profile.
• Rabies: Rabid dogs are commonly found in Kenya (though the real boss dog in the country is rabies-free). If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other mammal while in Kenya, there may be limited or no rabies treatment available. You are therefore recommended to vaccinate yourself, especially if you are planning to travel in rural areas. About Rabies in Kenya
• Typhoid: For most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
• Tuberculosis: TB is common in Kenya and it is advised to vaccinate yourself. For more info see, About tuberculosis in Kenya
Routine Vaccines (non-Kenya specific)
• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Polio
• Shingles
• Covid-19 (see above)
This was a summary of key diseases in Kenya. For a few overviews,
please visit