Do Indian citizens need a visa for Kenya?

Indian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Kenya. (ETA required.) Verified 24 Jun 2026 against the official source.

How much does the Kenya entry cost for Indian citizens?

The official fee varies — see the official source. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

Visa requirement

Kenya visa for Indian citizens

Official-source answer with stay limit, cost, required documents and last verification date.

Verified answer

Indian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Kenya.

Last verified: 24 Jun 2026 (today)

ETA required

What this means: An ETA is an electronic travel authorisation you apply for online before you fly — it is not a visa, but you cannot board without it.

Confidence: Medium Likely current — confirm details with the official source.

Max stay: 90 days
Official cost: Varies — see notes
Before departure: Apply online before you fly
Official route: Open source (opens in a new tab)

Shareable verdict: Indian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Kenya. Checked 24 Jun 2026.

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Cost note

Kenya eTA fee is paid through the official eTA portal and can vary by processing/payment charges.

Passport and transit notes

Passport validity: passport valid for at least 6 months after arrival; 1 blank page; Kenya's official eTA guidance asks applicants to have a passport with at least 6 months of validity and at least one blank page.; Validity source (opens in a new tab) Validity guide
Transit: airside transit: not required; landside transit: required; Kenya exempts passengers who transit by the same or connecting aircraft and do not leave the airport precincts. Entering Kenya requires eTA unless an exemption applies.; Transit source (opens in a new tab) Transit guide

What you need

passport valid at least 6 months with at least one blank page
approved Kenya eTA before travel
selfie or passport-type photo
arrival and departure itinerary
accommodation booking or host details

Why this verdict

Indian ordinary passport holders are not in Kenya's listed eTA-exempt groups, so the practical short-visit route is an approved Electronic Travel Authorisation before travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Kenya?: Indian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Kenya. (ETA required.) Verified 24 Jun 2026 against the official source.
How long can Indian passport holders stay in Kenya?: Up to 90 days.
How much does the Kenya entry cost for Indian citizens?: The official fee varies — see the official source. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

Related countries

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Disclaimer. Visa and entry requirements change frequently and without notice and may depend on your specific circumstances (nationality, passport type, purpose and length of stay, residence in other countries, onward route and current diplomatic situation). The information here is for general guidance only, may be out of date, and is not legal, immigration, or travel advice. All cost, duration, and popularity figures are estimates. Always confirm the exact, current requirements with the official source for the destination country — its embassy, consulate, immigration service, or official e-visa portal (linked where available) — and with your airline before booking or travelling. We do not guarantee accuracy or completeness and accept no liability for any loss, denied boarding, refused entry, or other consequences. Last-verified dates are shown for each record; a record without a recent verification date should be treated as unconfirmed.