Thailand e-Visa for citizens of Kenya: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Kenya apply online before departure, for stays up to 60 days (extendable once by 30 days).
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Official fees from €38.
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Mandatory arrival form: Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). Within 3 days before arrival. Free: beware of websites that charge for it.
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Official fee
40 USD
Processing time
5 business days
Allowed stay
60 days (extendable once by 30 days)
Our guide to the Thailand visa from Kenya
Travelers holding a Kenyan passport must obtain an e-Visa or electronic authorization online before departing for Thailand. Applications must be submitted through the official Thai e-Visa portal.
Prepare the application before travel and use the official portal as the primary source. The associated stay is 60 days and may be extended once by 30 days. Check current requirements on official sources before submitting the application.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Travelers holding a Kenyan passport must obtain an e-Visa or electronic authorization online before departure for Thailand. Do not travel based on an incomplete application: check the official portal for requirements that apply to your case.
How much does an e-visa for Thailand cost from Kenya?
40 USD
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
What does a visa for Thailand really cost?
The published fee is the government charge alone. Two or three other lines are added before the visa is in the passport, and they are what makes the final bill.
- Government fee40 USD
Paid to the state, non-refundable if the visa is refused.
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
Never compulsory. An intermediary fills the form for you, it does not change the decision or the processing time.
We only display amounts published by an official source. Confirm the total before paying anything.
What documents are required for an e-visa for Thailand?
Documents required for an e-visa for Thailand:
- Passport valid 6 months
- Photo
- Travel itinerary
- Proof of accommodation
Documents and fees
Upload the documents requested for your application on the official portal. The exact list of supporting documents and the applicable requirements should be checked at thaievisa.go.th or with the relevant embassy. The observed official fee is USD 40.
How to apply for an e-visa for Thailand from Kenya
- 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 to apply
Submit the application online before departure through the official portal: thaievisa.go.th. Create your application, follow the steps shown on the portal, and provide the requested items. For entry rules or details not shown there, also consult mfa.go.th or the relevant embassy.
Where do you apply for a visa for Thailand from Kenya?
An e-visa for Thailand 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 Kenya on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Kenya 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 Thailand take?
5 business days
Indicative time, counted from a complete file. Peak season can be longer.
Processing time and tips
The observed processing time is 5 business days. Submit the online application before departure and carefully review the information entered and the documents requested by the portal. The associated stay is 60 days and can be extended once by 30 days; consult the official source for the extension procedure.
Before you fly, and at the border
- Passport validity: most countries require the passport to stay valid beyond the return date, and the margin required differs from one destination to the next. Check it on the official source, and count from your return, not from your departure.
- A visa is not a right of entry. The border officer decides, and may ask for a return ticket, an address or proof of funds even when everything is in order.
- Conditional exemptions exist: several countries waive the visa for holders of a valid visa or residence permit from a third country. This depends on the destination and on the document, and we do not publish that rule when our sources do not carry it. The official page does.
- Minors travelling alone or with one parent are often asked for extra papers, typically a parental authorisation and the family record. Ask the post before booking.
- Overstaying is not a formality. It exposes you to a fine, to removal, and to an entry ban that can outlast the trip by years, including for the whole area when the destination belongs to one.
Common mistakes
Avoid unofficial intermediary websites, which may charge additional fees. Use thaievisa.go.th directly and check the website address before sharing personal data. Do not confuse processing time with the authorized length of stay, and check the portal or the relevant embassy for current information.
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Other visa types for Thailand
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
Guide generated automatically on September 11, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Online application for Thailand, with no consulate visit.
- Online filing for e-visa and visa-on-arrival destinations
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
- Decision made by the country's authorities, not by iVisa
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Thailand from Kenya?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 60 days (extendable once by 30 days).
How much does a tourist visa for Thailand cost?▾
The tourist visa costs from 40 USD in official fees. Service fees may apply when using a provider.
How long does it take to get a visa for Thailand?▾
Usual processing time: 5 business days. Allow some buffer before your departure.
What documents are required for a visa to Thailand?▾
For the tourist visa application, you will need: Passport valid 6 months, Photo, Travel itinerary, Proof of accommodation.
How do you apply for a visa for Thailand from Kenya?▾
The application is fully online and made before departure: form on the official portal, documents uploaded, card payment, then the authorisation arrives by email. In most cases no consular visit is needed.
How long can you stay in Thailand?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 60 days (extendable once by 30 days).
What other visa types exist for Thailand?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Thailand offers among others: Non-Immigrant Business Visa (B), Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR), Smart Visa (talents & investors), Work Permit (paired with Non-Immigrant B), Non-Immigrant Education Visa (ED).
Data verified on 25/10/2026 · Our methodology
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