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Kenya Visa Guide

Nairobi ยท KES

Updated Mar 2026

Processing Time

Instant

Validity

3 months from issue / 3 months stay

Fee

USD 51.50 (approx โ‚น4,200)

Overview

Indian citizens can apply for an e-visa online. The e-visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue and allows a stay of up to 3 months. The e-visa is non-extendable and non-renewable. Indians must have a valid passport with at least 6 months' validity and 2 blank pages. The e-visa is not required for transit passengers who will not leave the airport.

Required Documents

  • 1Valid Indian passport (min 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
  • 2Completed Kenya e-Visa application form (from official website)
  • 3Recent passport photograph (exact size 35x45mm, white background)
  • 4Confirmed return flight tickets
  • 5Hotel booking confirmation
  • 6Bank statement last 3 months (min balance)
  • 7Employment proof / ITR / salary slips
  • 8Travel insurance
  • 9Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if traveling from or through a yellow fever endemic country)

Application Process

  1. 1

    Fill the online application form

    Visit the official e-visa website (https://evisa.go.ke/evisa/apply.html) and fill the online application form with required details. Make sure to upload a recent passport photograph and a scanned copy of the first page of the passport.

  2. 2

    Pay the application fee

    Pay the application fee of USD 51.50 using a credit/debit card or PayPal.

  3. 3

    Submit the application

    Submit the application and wait for the e-visa to be processed. The e-visa will be sent to the email address provided during the application process.

  4. 4

    Print the e-visa

    Print the e-visa and present it at the port of entry in Kenya.

  5. 5

    Present the e-visa at the port of entry

    Present the printed e-visa at the port of entry in Kenya and undergo immigration formalities.

  6. 6

    Collect the visa sticker

    Collect the visa sticker from the immigration officer and proceed to collect luggage and exit the airport.

Tips for Approval

  • โœ“Make sure to apply for the e-visa at least 2 days prior to the date of travel.
  • โœ“The e-visa is non-extendable and non-renewable, so make sure to apply for the correct duration of stay.
  • โœ“The e-visa is only valid for tourism and business purposes, so make sure to declare the correct purpose of visit.
  • โœ“The immigration officer may ask for additional documents, so make sure to carry all required documents.

Common Rejection Reasons

  • โœ•Incomplete or incorrect application form
  • โœ•Insufficient or invalid passport details
  • โœ•Failure to provide required documents
  • โœ•Previous visa rejection or deportation

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For informational purposes only. Requirements may change โ€” always verify with the official embassy website.

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