Kenya Passport & Visa Requirements

Kenya Visa Requirements

British citizens need electronic travel authorisation (eTA) to travel to Kenya. You can apply for your eTA online in advance.

Your eTA is valid for 90 days from the date it’s issued, so make sure you don’t apply too far in advance. Authorities recommend applying at least two weeks before your departure date.

Passport Validity for Kenya Travel

Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date you arrive in Kenya. It must also have at least two blank pages.

Other Key Entry Information

A ban on plastic bags is in place across Kenya, and there are severe penalties for anyone who manufactures, sells or uses them. We recommend packing liquids, gels and creams in your checked baggage rather than your hand luggage, to avoid the need for a plastic bag. If you purchase duty-free items when entering Kenya, you’ll be required to leave any plastic bags at the airport.

You must obtain Kenyan Government-provided travel health insurance to visit Kenya. You can obtain this as part of the eTA application process.

For the most up-to-date travel information, please visit the FCDO website.

Kenya holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Kenya – Nairobi – Laikipia – Lamu

    From the Savannah to the Beach - Kenya’s Laikipia Plateau and Lamu Island

    Roam Kenya’s wild savannah and sun-kissed beaches on this 11-day safari to Laikipia Plateau, Lamu Island and more

    11 days, from £7550 to £9800

  • One Country Kenya – Nairobi – The Maasai Mara – Laikipia

    Kenyan Family Adventure - The Maasai Mara & Laikipia

    Treat your family to the trip of a lifetime, enjoying 11 days of wildlife and wonder across Kenya

    11 days, from £8400 to £10900

  • One Country Kenya – Nairobi – Mount Kenya – Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara

    Kenya for First-Timers - Mount Kenya, Lake Nakuru & the Maasai Mara

    Camera at the ready, embark on an eight-day Kenyan safari, spotting wildlife across sunlit plains and wild landscapes

    8 days, from £6600 to £8550