Kenya e-Visa for citizens of Italy: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Italy apply online before departure, for stays up to 90 days.
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Official fee
30-32 USD
Processing time
72 hours
Allowed stay
90 days
Our guide to the Kenya visa from Italy
Yes, Italian citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for Kenya, applied for online before departure through the official portal etakenya.go.ke.
For a tourist trip to Kenya, Italian travellers must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before boarding. Kenya has replaced the classic visa with this electronic authorisation, requested online through the official portal etakenya.go.ke. The application is completed entirely remotely, with document uploads and card payment.
Do you need a visa for Kenya?
Kenya no longer requires a classic visa but imposes an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) on almost all visitors, including Italian nationals. This electronic authorisation, mandatory before arrival, acts as the entry document for short-stay tourism. It must be obtained online before boarding: there is no reliable on-arrival counter for Italian travellers.
How much does an e-visa for Kenya cost from Italy?
30-32 USD
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
What does a visa for Kenya really cost?
- Government fee30-32 USD
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Kenya?
Documents required for an e-visa for Kenya:
- Passport valid 6 months
- Photo
- Accommodation details
Documents and fees
Bring an Italian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date. You will usually be asked for an accommodation address or itinerary, and sometimes a return or onward ticket. The ETA fee and the applicable categories are not fixed here: check the current amount directly on etakenya.go.ke before paying, as it can change.
How to apply for an e-visa for Kenya from Italy
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How and where to apply
The application is made online through the official portal etakenya.go.ke. Create an account, complete the form with your travel details, upload a photo, your passport bio page and the requested supporting documents, then pay the fee by card. The approved ETA is sent by email: print it and keep a digital copy. Avoid intermediary sites that imitate the official portal.
Where do you apply for a visa for Kenya from Italy?
An e-visa for Kenya is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Italy on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Italy but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Kenya take?
72 hours
Indicative time, counted from a complete file. Peak season can be longer.
Processing and practical tips
No processing time is guaranteed: submit your ETA application several days before departure, ideally a week, to allow for any checks. Verify health entry requirements, in particular proof of yellow-fever vaccination if you arrive from or have transited through a risk country. Have your ETA printed at check-in, as airlines often verify it.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes and good to know
The most common mistake is going through an unofficial third-party site: use only etakenya.go.ke. Do not travel expecting to get a visa on arrival, as the ETA must be approved before boarding. Finally, check that the name and passport number you enter match your document exactly, as any mismatch can lead to a boarding or entry refusal.
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Other visa types for Kenya
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
- Republic of Kenya: Electronic Travel Authorization (portale ufficiale)
- Directorate of Immigration Services (Kenya)
- Ministero degli Affari Esteri, Viaggiare Sicuri: Kenya
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Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Class D Work Permit
Work visa
Duration
2 years
Price
520,000 KES
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Class K Retirement permit
Retirement visa
Duration
2 years
Price
270,000 KES
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Kenya eTA
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Duration
90 days
Price
30–32 USD
Processing time
72 hours
Student Pass
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
100 USD
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Class G Investor permit
Investor visa
Duration
2 years
Price
270,000 KES
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Spouse permit
Family reunification
Duration
2 years
Price
10,000–20,000 KES
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips to extend your stay in Kenya
- Apply for an extension before your stay ends.
- Make sure you have all the necessary documents to avoid delays.
Example: If you have a tourist visa, you can request an extension from local authorities before the three months end.
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Online application for Kenya, with no consulate visit.
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- Online application tracking
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- Decision made by the country's authorities, not by iVisa
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