The latest news about the Kenya visa.


Kenya introduces a transit eTA and digital nomad visa

Kenya will soon introduce a new eTA and a new digital nomad visa. Kenya hopes that this will attract more foreign visitors in the future...

News report | 07-10-2024 | 11:19:52

Transit visa for Kenya

A visa is usually not required for a short layover in Kenya. Read on to find out in which cases you do need to apply for an eTA or a transit visa...

News report | 11-07-2024 | 10:23:17

Free eTA Kenya for travellers from certain countries

Kenya has made applying for an eTA free for travellers from 7 countries. These include 6 African countries and one country in Europe...

News report | 02-04-2024 | 13:33:02

Criticism of the new Kenya eTA

In early 2024, Kenya abolished visas. Travellers can now apply for the new eTA, but criticism of the new travel authorisation is growing in Africa...

News report | 01-02-2024 | 14:48:39

Visa waiver for Kenya postponed

On 1 January 2024, Kenya wanted to abolish visas and introduce an ETA. However, due to technical issues, the plan has been postponed. ...

News report | 04-01-2024 | 16:34:28

E-visa back on track after cyberattack on Kenya

Due to a cyberattack on 27 July, travellers could temporarily not apply for an e-visa. The e-visa has since then become available again...

News report | 24-08-2023 | 11:07:38

Kenya and Djibouti sign visa-free travel agreement

On Sunday 11 June, Kenya and Djibouti signed a visa-free travel agreement. However, it does not apply to travellers from the United Kingdom and Ireland. ...

News report | 20-06-2023 | 16:38:08

All Covid-19 measures for travel to Kenya lifted

There are no longer any Covid-19 measures for travel to Kenya. So you no longer need a vaccination or test certificate. Do apply for a Kenya visa on time. ...

News report | 26-05-2023 | 15:03:05

Spectacular increase in tourist visa applications

The number of visa applications in 2023 has seen a spectacular rise. This is not only due to travel rules being relaxed after the coronavirus pandemic...

News report | 07-02-2023 | 11:27:19

Visit multiple countries: the East African Tourist Visa

The East African Tourist Visa allows you to visit multiple countries in Africa. This visa is therefore ideal if you want to travel to multiple countries...

News report | 02-02-2023 | 13:57:56

Applying for Kenya visa online: with which nationality?

The Kenya online visa is suitable for most nationalities. However, some travellers do not need a visa, or cannot apply for it online...

News report | 16-01-2023 | 13:05:22

Checking details on the Kenya visa after issuance

Did you receive the Kenya visa? Make sure all your details on the visa are correct. Some details will be updated automatically. ...

News report | 03-01-2023 | 14:18:04

Visa for a visit to family or friends in Kenya

Your visa application will only be processed when all required documents have been received. These documents vary according to the purpose of travel...

News report | 18-11-2022 | 14:57:37

Applying for a Kenya visa when travelling with children

The Kenya visa is almost always required for travellers older than 16. Read here what you need to keep in mind when travelling to Kenya with children. ...

News report | 07-11-2022 | 17:46:16

Kenya e-visa is partial solution to tourism recovery

Kenya’s tourism industry is concerned about the recovery of tourism after the Covid-19 pandemic. The e-visa for Kenya is a partial solution...

News report | 16-09-2022 | 14:31:43

Kenya falls in Africa’s visa ranking

Getting a visa for Kenya is becoming mandatory for more and more nationalities. As a result, Kenya has dropped in Africa’s ranking for visa-free travel...

News report | 04-03-2022 | 13:51:54

Kenya concerned about delays in visa applications

The government of Kenya is concerned about delays in visa applications. Since 2021, the Kenya visa can only be applied for online...

News report | 24-02-2022 | 10:17:58

Kenya visa: Booking confirmation or invitation letter?

Do you need to provide a booking confirmation or an invitation letter for the Kenya visa? Read here what document you need to upload in which situation...

News report | 02-02-2022 | 14:01:17

Is it safe to travel to Kenya?

If you have a valid visa, you may travel to Kenya. But is Kenya safe now? Which places are you allowed to visit? What are the corona rules?...

News report | 21-10-2021 | 11:13:23

Best time to travel to Kenya

Kenya has two distinct seasons. Find out the best time to travel to Kenya and remember to apply for a Kenya visa before departure...

News report | 23-07-2021 | 17:11:34

From A to B in Kenya - transport options

In Kenya, you can make use of public transport, a rental car or travel by plane. Remember to apply for a visa before departure...

News report | 01-04-2021 | 12:26:39

E-visa Kenya mandatory starting 2021

The electronic visa for Kenya (e-visa) will be mandatory to enter the country from 2021 onward. All other visas will be abolished...

News report | 22-12-2020 | 12:34:01

Kenya opens borders: safaris possible again

Kenya is opening its tourist sights for foreign travellers again. To travel to Kenya, a visa is required...

News report | 15-09-2020 | 18:05:15

Kenyan workforce struggles with coronavirus

The weak points of the Kenyan workforce are being exposed by the worldwide coronavirus outbreak...

News report | 24-04-2020 | 09:52:12

Kenya passport scores well for visa-free travel

The Kenya passport ranks well in the global ranking of passports which allow for visa-free travel to other countries...

News report | 14-04-2020 | 12:12:12

Kenya climbs in index visa friendly countries

It has become easier for tourists to apply for a Kenya visa. Many travellers benefit of the improved application procedure...

News report | 02-09-2019 | 15:57:54

Kenya on list of kidnapping countries. How safe is Kenya?

The United States has placed Kenya on a list of countries where kidnappings frequently occur. How safe is Kenya?...

News report | 02-09-2019 | 15:57:54

Kenya tourism growing again

Tourism in Kenya is growing again. Going on a trip to Kenya yourself? Remember to apply for a Kenya visa...

News report | 15-04-2019 | 10:52:15

Travelling to Kenya with minors now less complicated

The Kenyan government is set to change immigration law in a way that will make it less complicated to travel to Kenya with children...

News report | 05-11-2018 | 18:05:15

Travelling to Kenya? Apply for your visa on time!

Travellers headed to Kenya would do well to apply for their visa on time. Explanation about the visa rules for travelling to Kenya...

News report | 10-09-2018 | 16:44:15

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