You need the Kenya ETA if you have a Canadian passport

Kenya ETA

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Visa required

Kenya ETA

Price: $74.09
Processing: from 2 days
Entries: Single entry
Maximum stay: 90 days
Enter within: 90 days

$34.09 government fee $40.00 our service

What you need for the Kenya ETA

These are the documents this application asks for. You can upload them after checkout — nothing is needed to start.

Applicant's Photo
Passport Bio Page
Letter from employer

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Everything about the Kenya ETA — conditions, what the authorities check and how long it lasts.

How it works

1
Answer the questions
One form, written in plain language. We ask only what Kenya actually requires for a Canadian passport.
2
We check and submit
Your application is reviewed for the mistakes that cause rejections before it goes to the authorities.
3
Approval by email
Approval usually arrives within 2 days. It comes by email, with everything you need to show on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Kenya?

Yes. Canadian citizens need a visa for Kenya, and the Kenya ETA can be applied for online.

How much does the Kenya ETA cost for Canadian citizens?

$74.09. That is $34.09 in government fees and $40.00 for our service.

How long does it take to get the Kenya ETA?

From 2 days. Governments do not guarantee processing times, so apply as early as you can.

How long can Canadian citizens stay in Kenya?

Up to 90 days.

How long is the Kenya ETA valid for?

You must enter Kenya within 90 days of approval. That window is separate from how long you may stay.

Is the Kenya ETA single or multiple entry?

Single entry — once you leave Kenya it is used up, even if time is left on it.

When should Canadian citizens apply?

Approval takes from 2 days, and you then have 90 days to enter Kenya. Applying a few weeks before departure leaves room for both.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — Canadian passport, travelling to Kenya — so you do not have to repeat it.

What Kenya may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 1 blank page
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel or safari lodge booking confirmation
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Canadian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Canadian passport holders entering Kenya as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory proof of accommodation
Travelers must have proof of accommodation during their stay in Kenya. If travelers will be hosted by a relative or friend, the host must have an invitation letter, an identity card, a passport or an entry permit of the family member.
Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services Last checked 2026-07-27
Required
Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Kenya
Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Kenya.
- This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Kenya; -Foreign nationals residing in Kenya.
Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services Last checked 2026-07-27
Required
Mandatory travel health insurance
Travelers must have valid travel health insurance when entering Kenya. The insurance must provide a cumulative benefit limit of at least USD 50,000, including coverage for medical expenses, emergency medical transportation, prescribed medicines, mental illness, and repatriation of mortal remains, and must cover the entire duration of stay. Travel health insurance obtained in the traveler's country of origin may be used if it meets the prescribed benefit limits. If purchased at a point of entry, the insurance must be obtained from an insurer authorized by the Government of Kenya.
Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services Last checked 2026-08-07
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Kenya. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Kenya. The passport must have at least 1 blank page.
Kenyan Immigration Services Last checked 2026-07-27
May be required
Electronic travel authorization may be required
Travelers transiting through Kenya without leaving the airport don't need to apply for a travel authorization. Travelers entering Kenya must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). Travelers can submit the eTA application online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eTA confirmation electronically. The Kenya eTA is valid for a single entry, except for in cases where travelers are visiting one of the following EAC Partner States: Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, or Uganda immediately after visiting Kenya, do not visit any other countries before returning to Kenya, and their Kenyan eTA is still valid upon return.
- Minors under 18 cannot apply for a Kenya eTA on their own; the application must be completed by a parent, legal guardian, or an accompanying adult. The eTA requirement doesn’t apply to: -Travelers with an East African Tourist Visa issued by Uganda or Rwanda who travel directly between Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya without visiting any other country.
Last checked 2026-07-27
Required
Mandatory health declaration before entering Kenya
Passengers who have been in the DR Congo or Uganda within the past 21 days must complete the Electronic Travelers Surveillance Form to provide their health and travel details before entering Kenya. Travelers can complete the form online before departure. After submission, a QR code is generated. Travelers should download the QR code for presentation if required.
Embassy of the Republic of Kenya Last checked 2026-08-04
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Kenya
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles; -Meningococcal vaccine for areas that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season; -Yellow Fever vaccination (generally not recommended for travelers whose itineraries are limited to the following areas: the entire North Eastern Province, the states of Kilifi, Kwale, Lamu, Malindi and Tanariver in Coastal Province, and the cities of Nairobi and Mombasa). Travelers visiting other areas are recommended to have Yellow Fever vaccination. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Kenya Last checked 2026-07-27
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Kenya
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Kenya.
Last checked 2026-07-27
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Kenya.
Last checked 2026-07-27