Yes, a visa is required to travel from Denmark to Kenya.
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Do I need a visa for Kenya from Denmark?
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Yes, Danish citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for Kenya. It is applied for online through the official portal etakenya.go.ke before departure.
For a tourist trip to Kenya, Danes must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before boarding. The application is made entirely online from Denmark, on the official portal etakenya.go.ke. Confirm the exact fee and validity on that portal before making any payment.
Do you need a visa for Kenya?
Yes. A Danish passport is not enough to enter Kenya: you need an eTA, the electronic travel authorization that replaced the former Kenyan e-Visa. It is applied for online before departure and covers short tourist stays. The eTA obtained in advance is the reliable way to present yourself at the border check on arrival.
How and where to apply
The application is made online from Denmark, on the official portal etakenya.go.ke. You open a file, upload your passport bio-data page and a photo, enter your accommodation and dates, then pay by card. Once approved, the eTA arrives by email: keep it on your phone and print a copy for immigration on arrival.
Documents and fees
Bring a Danish passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date, a passport photo, an accommodation address in Kenya and usually a return or onward ticket. Depending on your itinerary, a yellow-fever vaccination certificate may be required if you arrive from a risk country. The eTA amount is not guaranteed here: check the current official fee on etakenya.go.ke before confirming.
Processing time and practical tips
Processing time is not fixed: submit your application several working days before departure to absorb any delays. Carefully check the passport number and the spelling of your name, as these details are linked to your eTA at the check. Keep a printed version in addition to the email, in case of a network failure at the airport.
Common mistakes
Use only the official portal etakenya.go.ke: many intermediaries imitate the site and overcharge. Do not rely on sorting things out on arrival: without a valid eTA, boarding can be refused. Finally, check your passport validity (6 months) and your vaccination status before booking.
Official sources
- eTA Kenya — portail officiel d'autorisation electronique de voyage
- Republic of Kenya — Directorate of Immigration Services
- Udenrigsministeriet (Danish MFA) — rejsevejledning Kenya
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 Denmark?▾
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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