Kenya eTA for Russian Citizens

Apply for Kenya eTA

Russian passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for Russia. The Kenya eTA has replaced the Kenyan visa for short stays.

Travelers from Russia can apply for a Kenya eTA now. The application is online with no trips to the embassy.

The Kenyan eTA makes it even easier for Russians to visit Kenya on vacation. Check the requirements and find out how to get your eTA for Kenya online.

Do Russian Citizens Need a Visa to Enter Kenya?

The Kenyan tourist visa has been replaced by the eTA. Previously, Russian visitors needed a visa for Kenya, now they need an eTA.

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The eTA is for short stays and valid for tourism, business, and transit.

You must apply for your eTA online before traveling from Russia to Kenya — it’s not possible to get an eTA on arrival.

Requirements to Get a Kenyan eTA from Russia

Check you meet the entry requirements to apply for a Kenyan eTA. You must be visiting short-term and for approved purposes of travel. If you meet these travel requirements, you can get started with your online application from Russia.

Here’s what you need:

Valid passport. Your Russian passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you’ll arrive in Kenya

Digital passport photograph. It must be a color photo taken within the last 6 months.

Accommodation booking confirmation: You need to provide a copy of your hotel, or other accommodation, reservation. A Kenya invitation letter is required if you’re staying in a private residence.

Return transport booking: Provide your return flight ticket, showing dates of arrival and departure.

Valid email address. You’ll receive your approved eTA by email, in PDF format.

Credit or debit card. You need this to pay the Kenyan eTA fee from Russia.

There may be additional documentaion requirements based on your reason for traveling.

Apply for a Kenya eTA From Russia

You can apply for the Kenya eTA from Russia in minutes with Kenya Go Visas. All you need to do is:

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    Fill out the Kenyan eTA application form

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    Upload your supporting documents

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    Wait for your eTA to be approved

Electronic travel authorization applications are processed and approved quickly. Most Russian applicants are travel-ready in 1 to 3 days.

You need to print out your approved eTA and carry it with your Russian passport when traveling to Kenya.

About the Kenya eTA for Russians

Here’s a summary of the most important eTA information for Russian travelers.

Eligibility Russians traveling to Kenya for tourism, business, or transit.
Requirements Valid Russian passport, recent passport-sized photo & hotel bookings.
Application Process Online application available with Kenya Go Visas.
Processing Time Usually within 1-3 working days, but can vary.
Validity Valid for 90 days from the date of issue.
Entries Single-entry. Apply each time you travel.

Russia to Kenya With an eTA

The Kenya eTA is designed to streamline the entry process and enhance security.

When you arrive at the border, you must have your travel documents ready to present to Kenyan immigration officials. Requirements include your Russian passport and a printout of your approved eTA.

These documents do not guarantee your entry to Kenya. Officials will verify that you meet all the entry conditions before granting access.

Border officials will confirm how long you can stay in Kenya with the eTA. You must abide by all the conditions of your travel authorization. Keep the printed authorization with you throughout your stay in the country.

Kenya Visas for Russians

For long stays in Kenya, such as for work or study, Russians still need a visa. The eTA is specifically for short-term travel and does not cover long-term stays, work permits, or study permits.

If you need a visa for Kenya, you should contact the Kenyan embassy in Moscow. Note that visa applications are more complex — you must apply well ahead of your intended travel dates.