Kenya visa-free entry for citizens of Tunisia: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Tunisia do not need a visa for a short stay in Kenya (up to 60 days).
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Travellers from Tunisia do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in Kenya, but border control still asks for a file.
Our guide to the Kenya visa from Tunisia
No. Travellers holding a passport from Tunisia need neither a visa nor an eTA for a short tourist stay in Kenya: they simply arrive with a valid passport and may stay for up to 60 days.
Since 2025, Kenya no longer requires an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) from travellers from Tunisia on short stays. Many websites still show the old rule, and some sell a needless “Kenya eTA”. This guide covers the entry conditions, the permitted length of stay and what to check on the official Kenyan immigration website.
Do you need a visa?
No. Holders of a passport from Tunisia need neither a visa nor an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) for a short tourist stay in Kenya. Kenya lifted this requirement in 2025 for citizens of most African countries, including Tunisia, and the change has applied since July 2025. The permitted stay is 60 days at most. For a longer stay, work or study, check with the Kenyan immigration service (immigration.go.ke) or the Kenyan embassy.
How long can citizens of Tunisia stay in Kenya?
60 days
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 60 days. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
Timing and tips
No advance application is needed, so there is no processing time to plan for. Check your passport's validity well before departure and look at immigration.go.ke shortly before you travel, as entry rules can change. Note your entry date so that you do not exceed the 60 days allowed. Your airline may also check your documents at boarding: if staff ask for an eTA, point out that travellers from Tunisia have been exempt since 2025.
What to show at the border of Kenya
Visa-free entry is not automatic: border officers can refuse boarding or entry if the file is incomplete. Expect to be able to show:
- Valid passport
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
A usual minimum, not the official list: check it against the official source before you travel.
Entry requirements
On arrival, present a valid passport issued by Tunisia; the remaining validity required is set by the Kenyan immigration service. Immigration officers may ask for a return or onward ticket, an accommodation address or proof of sufficient funds: these are not always requested, but it is wise to carry them. Health requirements, including vaccinations, may vary with your itinerary. Check the rules in force on the Kenyan immigration website, immigration.go.ke, before you travel.
Documents and fees
There is no visa or eTA fee to pay for a short tourist stay, since neither is required of travellers from Tunisia. Do not pay any website selling a “Kenya eTA” or a “Kenya visa” for this trip: it does not match any required step. Keep your passport at hand and, if possible, your accommodation booking and return ticket. For any other tax or formality, only the official source (immigration.go.ke) is authoritative.
Common mistakes
Relying on outdated information: many websites and guides still say the eTA is mandatory for travellers from Tunisia, which has not been the case since 2025. Another mix-up: travellers of other nationalities must still apply for the eTA before leaving for Kenya, and their instructions do not apply to you. Finally, staying beyond the 60 days allowed puts you in breach of Kenyan immigration rules; any question about a longer stay should go to the Kenyan immigration service before your permitted stay ends.
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.
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Short-stay (tourism)
Visa-free
Entry regime
Visa-free
Duration
60 days
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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
Official websiteVerified
Student Pass
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
100 USD
Processing time
15 business days
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Class G Investor permit
Investor visa
Duration
2 years
Price
270,000 KES
Processing time
60 business days
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Spouse permit
Family reunification
Duration
2 years
Price
10,000–20,000 KES
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for extending your stay in Kenya
- Contact Kenyan immigration services before your visa expires to request an extension.
- Prepare all necessary documents for the extension, including proof of financial resources and a valid reason for the extended stay.
- Apply for the extension several days before the expiration date to avoid legal issues.
- Keep a copy of your application and payment receipts during the extension process.
For example, a Tunisian tourist with a 90-day visa can request an additional 30-day extension by going to the Nairobi immigration office with their passport, proof of funds, and accommodation proof.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Kenya from Tunisia?▾
No. Travellers from Tunisia can enter Kenya without a visa for a tourist stay (allowed duration: 60 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.
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