ETA Kenya Visa from UK
Do I need a visa to enter Kenya from UK?
Yes, all UK citizens must have an approved Kenya ETA visa to be able to enter the country. The only exceptions are layovers in Kenya and stays of up to 72 hours.
The UK is one of the nationalities eligible to apply for the Kenya ETA online: the Kenya Electronic Travel Authorization. The online application process is simple and very quick, it will take you less than 10 minutes.
If your ETA Kenya application is approved, you will receive it in the email you provided.
How much is the Kenya ETA?
The final cost will depend on which type of ETA Kenya visa you need to apply for, because the government and processing fees of each visa type are different.
The visas which allow for multiple entries and those with longer validities, although they give the holder more freedom and lets them travel for longer, have higher fees.
On the contrary, single-entry and transit visas, even though they let the holder travel for a shorter time and are more restrictive, have lower fees. Each traveler must select the type of visa that best adjusts to their travel itinerary and budget.
Children who are under 16 years of age and holders of diplomatic, official and service passports can get their visas for Kenya without having to pay the attached fees.
How much is the Kenya ETA?
The final cost will depend on which type of ETA Kenya visa you need to apply for, because the government and processing fees of each visa type are different.
The visas which allow for multiple entries and those with longer validities, although they give the holder more freedom and lets them travel for longer, have higher fees.
On the contrary, single-entry and transit visas, even though they let the holder travel for a shorter time and are more restrictive, have lower fees. Each traveler must select the type of visa that best adjusts to their travel itinerary and budget.
All in all, the price ranges between 69 – 182 GBP. This covers all the communication with the government, and 24/7 assistance. It also covers the verification and correction of all the submitted information.
Children who are under 16 years of age and holders of diplomatic, official and service passports can get their visas for Kenya without having to pay the attached fees.
How long does it take to get an ETA Kenya visa from UK?
The answer will depend on the way in which you apply for ETA Kenya.
The online application system is quite fast. You can expect a response within the first 72 hours after submitting your application.
Applying in person at an Embassy or Consulate, on the other hand, takes a lot longer. It can take a minimum of 10 working days, so you should apply with at least two weeks to spare before you travel, but not more than 3 months.
Can UK citizens get a Kenya ETA on arrival?
No: the government of Kenya stopped issuing visas on arrival on January 1, 2021. Every UK citizen must apply for the Kenya ETA online.
This move to give their tourism industry a boost has made applying for a Kenya ETA easier than ever. For example, if you apply online, you avoid the possibility of arriving in Kenya only for your visa on arrival to be rejected, having to return to the UK immediately.
UK Embassy in Kenya
Name: British High Commission Nairobi
Address: Upper Hill Road, P.O. Box 30465-00100, Nairobi Kenya
Phone: +254 (0) 20 287 3000 / +254 (0) 20 2844 000/ +44 20 7008 5000
Email: Nairobi.Enquiries@fcdo.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-nairobi
Kenya Embassy in the UK
Name: Kenya High Commission UK
Address: 45 Portland Pl, London W1B 1AS, United Kingdom
Phone: 020 7636 2371
Email: info@kenyahighcom.org.uk
Website: https://www.kenyahighcom.org.uk/
