Flight reservation
On the official checklist
The official eTA site lists the travel itinerary, with arrival and departure details, among the things you must have before starting the application.
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Kenya visa checklist for Indian applicants
Kenya no longer issues ordinary tourist visas; visitors, including Indian citizens, apply online for an Electronic Travel Authorisation before they travel. The application asks for the travel itinerary and an accommodation booking as well as passport and photo. An approved eTA lets you board, and the final decision on entry is taken by the immigration officer at the border.
- Visa
- Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
- Visa fee
- The official eTA site says fees depend on the application type, with standard processing starting at USD 30 and expedited processing costing an additional USD 100.
- Processing time
- Typically three working days (the official site also describes standard processing as taking up to 72 hours). Kenya's tourism board suggests applying at least two weeks before travel.
- Stay allowed
- The eTA must be used within 90 days of issue; the length of stay is decided at the port of entry. Check the official page.
Documents to prepare
Where to apply: Online on the official Kenya eTA website (etakenya.go.ke). The Directorate of Immigration Services decides the application.
- 1
Passport
Valid for at least six months, with at least one blank page.
- 2
Photograph
A selfie or passport-style photo uploaded during the application.
- 3
Contact details
Email address and phone number.
- 4
Travel itinerary
Arrival and departure details, including flight numbers and dates.
- 5
Accommodation booking confirmation
Hotel, lodge or host details for the stay.
- 6
Payment method
Card for the online fee.
- 7
Purpose-specific documents
For example an invitation letter for a conference, where relevant.
- 8
Vaccination certificates
May be requested depending on your route and purpose; check the official page.
- 9
Approved eTA
Carry a copy; airlines can refuse boarding without it.
Travel medical insurance: Not listed among the eTA requirements we read; check the official page.
Hotel booking
On the official checklist
An accommodation booking confirmation is on the official list of items needed for the eTA application.
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Kenya visa FAQ
Does Kenya ask for a flight reservation for the eTA?
Yes. The official eTA site lists a travel itinerary with arrival and departure details among the items needed, so you need your flight details in hand before you start the form.
Do I need a hotel booking for the Kenya eTA?
Yes. An accommodation booking confirmation is on the official list of requirements.
When should I book flights for a Kenya eTA?
Before applying, because the form asks for the itinerary. A held reservation gives you real flight details for the form without paying the full fare until the eTA is approved.
Is an approved eTA a guarantee of entry to Kenya?
No. The official site states that holding an eTA is not the final authority to enter; admission is decided at the port of entry. You must wait for approval before travelling.
Sources and accuracy
Kenya eTA official site and Directorate of Immigration Services pages as shown in search results, November 2026. Last checked 2026-11. We are not a government body and this page is general information, not visa advice. Consulates change their lists without notice, so always confirm on the official page before you apply.
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