Yes, a visa is required to travel from Canada to Kenya.
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Do I need a visa for Kenya from Canada?
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Yes, Canadian citizens must obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA) before travelling to Kenya. It is applied for online through the official portal etakenya.go.ke before departure.
Canadians can no longer enter Kenya without a prior step: the electronic authorization is requested online, a few days before the trip, via etakenya.go.ke. The whole process is paperless, and it is strongly advised to complete it in advance rather than rely on any solution at the airport. Check the exact fee and validity on the official portal before you pay.
Do you need an authorization for Kenya?
Yes. A Canadian passport does not allow visa-free tourist entry to Kenya without a prior authorization. The standard route is the electronic travel authorization applied for online before departure; some entry points may also offer a solution on arrival, but you should not rely on it. The safest option for a Canadian is to complete the process from home through the official portal.
How and where to apply
The application is made exclusively online, on Kenya's government portal etakenya.go.ke, from Canada and before travelling. You create an account, fill in the form, upload your passport bio page and a photo, then pay the fee by card. Once approved, the authorization is emailed to you: print it or keep it on your phone to show at boarding and on arrival.
Documents and fees
Bring a Canadian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date, with blank pages for the stamp. You also need a digital passport photo, an address of accommodation in Kenya and often proof of a return or onward ticket. This guide does not guarantee the amount of the authorization: check the current official fee directly on etakenya.go.ke before paying.
Processing time and practical tips
Processing time is not fixed: apply several days before departure to absorb any delays or requests for additional documents. Depending on your itinerary, proof of yellow-fever vaccination may be required, particularly if you arrive from a country where the disease is present, so check this point before travelling. Keep both a digital and a paper copy of the approved authorization.
Common mistakes
Do not turn up at the airport assuming a solution will exist on arrival: travel with the authorization already approved. Make sure the name, date of birth and passport number you enter match your passport exactly, as the smallest error can invalidate the authorization. Finally, use only the official portal etakenya.go.ke: many third-party sites charge extra fees with no added value.
Official sources
- Kenya eTA — portail officiel d'autorisation électronique de voyage
- Gouvernement du Canada — Conseils aux voyageurs : Kenya
- Republic of Kenya — Directorate of Immigration Services
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential Kenya information
Kenya is an East African country renowned for its geographic diversity including savannas, lakes, and mountains like Mount Kenya. It features a dynamic economy with sustained growth of 4.9% in 2025 per the 2026 Budget Policy Statement. The government implements the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda for development.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Kenya from Canada?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 90 days.
How long can you stay in Kenya?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for Kenya?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Kenya offers among others: Class D Work Permit, Student Pass, Spouse permit, Class K Retirement permit, Class G Investor permit, Transit visa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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