Yes, a visa is required to travel from Saudi Arabia to Kenya.
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Do I need a visa for Kenya from Saudi Arabia?
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Saudi nationals must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before entering Kenya; it is requested online on the official portal.
A Saudi traveller cannot go to Kenya without prior authorization. The country has replaced the traditional visa with an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), requested on the official etakenya.go.ke portal before departure. The passport must remain valid for at least six months.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, in the form of an eTA. Holders of a Saudi passport must obtain this electronic authorization before boarding for Kenya; it serves as the tourist visa and is requested online.
How and where to apply
Apply on the official etakenya.go.ke portal: create an account, complete the form, upload your passport bio page and a photo, then pay online. You receive the eTA by email; there is no embassy filing for this procedure.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Saudi passport valid for at least six months, a photo, proof of accommodation and a return ticket. The fee is not fixed here: check the official portal for the current price and accepted payment methods.
Processing and tips
Submit the eTA request several days before travel, as processing can take time. Print the approved authorization and keep a digital copy, shown at boarding and to Kenyan immigration.
Common mistakes
Do not confuse the official eTA with paid intermediary sites: use only etakenya.go.ke. Also check the yellow-fever vaccination certificate, required depending on your itinerary, and your passport's six-month validity.
Official sources
- Republic of Kenya – Official Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
- Directorate of Immigration Services, Kenya
- Saudi Arabia – Ministry of Foreign Affairs (travel information)
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 Saudi Arabia?▾
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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