ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION (ETA), KENYA.
On 1st January, 2024, The Republic of Kenya initiated the process towards the implementation of a Visa Free Regime.
Therefore, we would like to inform that the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services, Kenya has finalized the development of a Digital Platform www.etakenya.go.ke to ensure that all travelers to Kenya are identified in advance through an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system.
In view of the above, all visitors coming to Kenya, shall henceforth be required to have an ETA before entering the Republic of Kenya.
Kindly, comply with the above so as to expedite registration for visitors and facilitate a smooth entry into Kenya.
The Government of the Republic of Kenya is implementing mandatory inbound travel health insurance requirements as provided for under Section 26(6) of the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023, and Regulation 70 of the Social Health Insurance Regulations, 2024. The requirement applies to all eligible arrivals into Kenya from 5th October 2026, irrespective of when tickets were issued or travel arrangements were made. For more information please see the news & announcements page "MANDATORY TRAVEL HEALT INSURANCE FOR INBOUND TRAVELLERS"