Kenya — Maasai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Nairobi National Park
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Kenya Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian travellers must obtain Kenya's Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) online before travel — it replaces the old e-visa. Apply 3 to 90 days before departure.

Entry for Indianse-Visa / eTA Required
ProcessingUp to 3 working days
Permitted stayUp to 90 days
AppointmentNot required
CapitalNairobi
CurrencyKenyan Shilling (KES)
LanguageSwahili, English
Best time to visitJune to October, January to February

Kenya Visa Options & Document Checklist

Kenya eTA

Apply on the official portal etakenya.go.ke

ProcessingUp to 3 working days
Validity90 days from issue
StayUp to 90 days

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Selfie / passport-style photo taken on your phone
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  4. Hotel booking or invitation letter with host details
  5. Yellow fever certificate (recommended for Kenya; required by India on return)

Kenya eTA (business purpose)

Same eTA portal — select business as purpose

ProcessingUp to 3 working days
Validity90 days
StayUp to 90 days

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Invitation letter from the host company in Kenya on its letterhead, stating the purpose and dates of the visit and who bears the expenses
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation

Important Notes

  • India requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers arriving from this country — get vaccinated at an authorised centre at least 10 days before departure, or you may be quarantined on return.
  • An East Africa Tourist Visa (Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda) is available for multi-country trips — apply through the first country you enter.
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Kenya eTA (official). Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About Kenya

Kenya is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Nairobi and a well-connected network of cities including Nairobi, Mombasa. The best time to visit is June to October, January to February, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Maasai Mara and Amboseli National Park.

Top attractions

Maasai MaraAmboseli National ParkNairobi National ParkDiani Beach

Top cities

NairobiMombasa
FAQs

Kenya Visa — FAQs

Indian travellers must obtain Kenya's Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) online before travel — it replaces the old e-visa. Apply 3 to 90 days before departure.
Processing is typically up to 3 working days. Validity: 90 days from issue. Permitted stay: Up to 90 days.
The core documents are: Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival); Selfie / passport-style photo taken on your phone; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking or invitation letter with host details; Yellow fever certificate (recommended for Kenya; required by India on return). See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of Kenya. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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