Yes, a visa is required to travel from Ireland to Kenya.
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Irish nationals must obtain an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Kenya. It is applied for online, before departure, through the official portal.
This guide is for Irish citizens planning a trip to Kenya, whether a safari in the Masai Mara or a stay on the Mombasa coast. Kenya issues its entry authorisation electronically through its national portal, and the application is completed entirely online. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, and the exact fee should be confirmed on the official source.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, a prior authorisation is required: Irish travellers must obtain an eTA before entering Kenya for tourism. It replaces the traditional visa and is applied for online before departure. The passport must remain valid for at least 6 months.
How and where to apply
Apply from Ireland on the official portal etakenya.go.ke: create an account, upload your passport ID page and a photo, then pay online. Complete the process yourself on the official site rather than through a third party.
Documents and fees
Prepare an Irish passport valid for at least 6 months, a recent photo, an accommodation address in Kenya and an itinerary or return-flight booking. The fee is not confirmed here — refer to the official etakenya.go.ke portal when you apply.
Processing and tips
Processing time is not confirmed here — submit your application several working days before departure. Show immigration a printed or digital copy of the approved eTA. Also check health requirements, in particular a yellow-fever certificate if you arrive from an at-risk country.
Common mistakes
Common errors are a passport valid for under 6 months, a typo in the name or passport number, and using unofficial intermediary sites that charge extra fees. Apply for the eTA only on etakenya.go.ke and arrange any yellow-fever vaccination in advance.
Official sources
- Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) — official portal
- Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services
- Department of Foreign Affairs (Ireland) — Kenya travel advice
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Kenya from Ireland?▾
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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