Once you’ve received your Kenyan ETA you’ll need to prepare your documents for your trip. This includes printing out any required paperwork.
Although the online ETA application for Kenya is 100% electronic, the entry requirements for Kenya are not completely paperless.
The following sections explain the Kenya ETA printing requirements, including whether you need to print your ETA in color.
Do I Have to Print the Kenya ETA, or Can I Show the Electronic Version?
Unfortunately, it is not possible to present the electronic version of the approved online ETA for Kenya. You must print out the ETA on paper and show it to the Kenyan immigration officials upon arrival. Failure to do so may result in you being denied entry.
Showing a picture of the ETA is not allowed either. Travelers should print their Kenyan ETA on quality paper to present to Kenyan authorities upon arrival.
How Do I Print My ETA for Kenya?
If your Kenya ETA is approved, you’ll receive it by email in PDF format. You can then download it and print your permit at home.
If you do not have a printer, you can head to a stationery shop and ask a professional to print it for you.
How many copies of the Kenya ETA do I need to print out?
You are only required to show one copy of the ETA to the Kenyan border control officers to be allowed into the country.
However, you may want to keep a second copy with you for the entire duration of your stay in Kenya as a backup.
Can I print my Kenya ETA in black and white?
It's best to print your ETA in full color so that the copy you show at the border reflects the official and approved ETA. This includes your photograph.
Is the picture supposed to show up on the ETA for Kenya printout?
Yes, approved ETAs for Kenya feature the applicant’s photo. The hard copy of the ETA must include all the content and sections featured in the electronic version that is sent via email. This means that the printed ETA should have your clear picture too.