KenyaeTA for Australian Citizens

Apply for Kenya eTA from Australia

To travel to Kenya from Australia, it’s mandatory to obtain an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization). This travel permit can be easily obtained online through a simple application form.

If you’re an Australian citizen that wants to obtain an eTA for Kenya, read the following information to find out how to apply.

Do Australians Need a Visa for Kenya?

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Previously, Australian citizens needed a visa to enter Kenya. This requirement has now been replaced by the eTA.

Visas on arrival are not available and the eTA is the most convenient way to get an entry permit for your trip.

Thankfully, the online eTA application process is quick and simple to complete.

Kenya eTA: key information

The eTA for Kenya has the following features:

  • Travel purpose: Tourism, business, medical, transit
  • Validity: 90 days
  • Number of entries: Single entry
  • Length of stay: Up to 3 months

Kenya eTA Requirements for Australian Passport Holders

You must meet the following Kenya eTA requirements:

  • Valid passport: with at least 6 months validity.
  • Digital photograph: clear and colored photo of yourself that was taken within the last 6 months.
  • Return ticket: you need to have proof of a return or onward flight.
  • Accommodation booking: you must have proof of a hotel reservation or accommodation booking.
  • Form of payment: you will need a form of payment, such as a debit card or credit card, to pay for your Kenyan eTA.

Australian nationals must only visit Kenya for the purposes covered by the eTA, which are:

  • Tourism
  • Business
  • Medical treatment
  • Transit

How to Apply for a Kenya eTA from Australia

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    Fill out the Kenyan eTA application form for Australians

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    Submit a digital copy of the valid Australian passport and other relevant documents

  • mail

    Await eTA approval and receive your eTA in your email inbox

You must fill out the Kenyan eTA application form for Australians with the required information:

Personal information: Name, date of birth, nationality Passport data: Passport number, issue date, expiry date, country of issue Contact details: Email address, phone number, address

After completing the form and uploading the relevant documents, you must pay the application fee by debit or credit card via our secure payment gateway.

Embassy registration service for Australians

At the moment of submitting your application, you also have the option to sign up for the Embassy Registration service.

This allows the Australian Embassy in Kenya to send you up-to-date travel advisories during your trip. It also permits them to more easily contact you or your family and friends in the event of an emergency.

How long does it take to get a Kenyan eTA from Australia?

A Kenya eTA request can be submitted in minutes using any device that can connect to the internet.

Australian travelers must submit the request and wait up to 1-3 days to receive their approved eTA in their email inbox.

Reasons for delay may include:

  • Missing or incorrect information in the application form
  • Missing supporting documents in the application
  • Proximity to Kenyan public holidays

Traveling from Australia to Kenya

The Kenyan single-entry eTA is valid for 90 days before you travel. Once you enter Kenya, you can stay for up to 3 months.

If you wish to stay longer in Kenya, you must apply in-person for a Kenyan visa.

The eTA is linked electronically to your passport. However, before departure, it is advisable to print out a copy of the eTA in case the immigration officer asks for it during the border crossing.