Yes, a visa is required to travel from Finland to Kenya.
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Do I need a visa for Kenya from Finland?
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Yes, Finnish citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Kenya. It is applied for entirely online, before leaving Finland.
Kenya has replaced its former tourist visa with an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) that every Finnish traveller must secure before boarding. The process runs through the official portal etakenya.go.ke, with no embassy visit required. Apply a few days ahead to avoid any stress at Helsinki-Vantaa airport.
Do you need a visa?
Finnish nationals can no longer enter Kenya without a formality: an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is mandatory, even for a short tourist stay. It serves as the entry permit and must be approved before you fly. The Finnish passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the arrival date.
How and where to apply
The application is made online only, on the official portal etakenya.go.ke. The traveller creates an account, completes the form from Finland and uploads the requested documents. No visit to a Kenyan consulate is needed for a tourist trip.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Finnish passport valid for six months, a passport photo, and your itinerary (return ticket and accommodation booking). The exact eTA fee is not confirmed here: check the official price shown on etakenya.go.ke at the time of payment. Payment is made by card when you submit.
Processing and tips
Submit your application at least a few days before departure, as processing time can vary. Print or save the approval sent by e-mail: it will be checked at boarding and on arrival. Also review health requirements, notably yellow fever if you transit through an at-risk country.
Common mistakes
The most common mistake is assuming a visa on arrival is still available: the prior eTA is now the rule. Avoid paid middleman sites that imitate the official portal. Finally, make sure the name entered matches your passport exactly, as any error can lead to a refusal.
Official sources
- Republic of Kenya — Official eTA portal
- Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services
- Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs — travel advice
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 Finland?▾
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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