Yes, a visa is required to travel from Algeria to Kenya.
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Do I need a visa for Kenya from Algeria?
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Algerian nationals must obtain an electronic travel authorization online before leaving for Kenya. Nothing done at the airport replaces this prior application.
From Algeria, tourist entry to Kenya now runs through an electronic authorization requested on the official portal etakenya.go.ke, rather than a visa stamped at a consulate. The whole process is completed online and the approval arrives by email. The Algerian passport must stay valid for at least six months.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Algerian travellers are not exempt for Kenya: they must request an electronic travel authorization before boarding. The application is made ahead of departure; you should not rely on sorting it out on arrival for an ordinary tourist trip.
How and where to apply
The application is completed entirely online, from Algeria, on the official portal etakenya.go.ke. You create an account, fill in the form, upload the required documents and pay online by card. No visit to a Kenyan consulate is needed for the standard process.
Documents and fees
Prepare an Algerian passport valid for at least six months, a compliant photo, your return ticket and proof of accommodation in Kenya. The exact fee is set by the official portal: check it there for the current amount, as it may change. Also confirm whether a yellow-fever certificate is required based on your itinerary.
Processing and tips
Processing time is not guaranteed: submit several days before departure to absorb any delay. Keep both a printed and a digital copy of the approval, as it may be requested at boarding and on arrival. Re-read every field before you submit.
Common mistakes
The most common traps: using an unofficial intermediary site that overcharges, applying too late, or travelling on a passport with insufficient validity. Make sure the name and number entered match the passport exactly, and do not travel with an authorization still under review.
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Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Kenya from Algeria?▾
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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