Yes, a visa is required to travel from India to Kenya.
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Do I need a visa for Kenya from India?
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Indian travellers must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation for Kenya, applied for online before departure on the official eTA portal. It replaces the traditional visa and must be approved before boarding.
Kenya requires Indian citizens to hold an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) to be requested on the official portal etakenya.go.ke before travel. The approved authorisation is shown at boarding and again on arrival, for example at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. The exact fee and validity appear on the portal at the time of application.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, prior authorisation is required: Indian nationals must obtain an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before travelling to Kenya. This scheme replaces the traditional tourist visa and must be approved before boarding; simply presenting yourself on arrival is not enough.
How and where to apply
Submit the application on the official portal etakenya.go.ke before travel: create an account, upload your photo, passport copy and stay documents, and pay online. Keep the approved eTA, printed or digital, for boarding and Kenyan immigration.
Documents and fees
Prepare an Indian passport valid for at least six months, proof of accommodation and a return or onward ticket. The eTA amount is not confirmed in our grounding data, so check the fee on the official portal. Also check whether a vaccination certificate (yellow fever) is required for your itinerary.
Processing and tips
Submit the eTA application several working days before departure to cover processing time, since the authorisation must be approved before boarding. Check the authorised length of stay and read the Indian Ministry of External Affairs guidance before you go.
Common mistakes
Frequent errors include using an unofficial intermediary site, turning up at the airport without an approved eTA, or overlooking health requirements. Make sure the details entered match the passport exactly before paying.
Official sources
- Republic of Kenya - Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) official portal
- Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services
- Government of India - Ministry of External Affairs
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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- Fire brigade : 999
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Kenya from India?▾
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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