Anyone planning a trip to Kenya should check if they are a citizen of countries that need to obtain a visa prior to the travel. Luckily, UK citizens are eligible for electronic visas. Kenya eVisa for UK citizens simply serves as an online alternative to the regular visa issued at an Embassy.

One of the biggest advantages of eVisas is that it's no longer necessary to visit diplomatic posts in person. Now, an application for an electronic visa can be made from the comfort of your home online.

Kenya offers its electronic visa system in three different types, making it possible for citizens of the United Kingdom to apply for a tourist, business, or transit visa entirely online. The approved eVisa should be processed within 72 hours from submitting one's Kenya visa application online and, later on, delivered to each applicant via email.

Types of Kenya eVisa for the UK citizens

United Kingdom citizens can apply for one of the following online visa types to Kenya:

• Tourist eVisa: a single-entry permit allowing trips to Kenya related to tourism; its holder can explore the country or visit relatives and friends in Kenya. This type of online visa stays valid for 90 days, and each tourist can plan a 3-month stay in the country.
• Business eVisa: a single-entry travel authorization issued for the purposes of business travel; it allows a 3-month stay during the online visa validity period, which is also 3 months long.
• Transit eVisa: a single-entry visa functioning as a permit to make a transit stop in Kenya before reaching another final destination. Its holder can use it within 72 hours, starting from the moment of their entry to Kenya.
• East Africa eVisa: a multiple-entry visa dedicated for tourists who wish to enter Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda more than once. This permit is issued for 3 months and serves for all tourism-related purposes.

How to apply for an electronic Kenya visa from the UK?

After gathering the necessary documents, you will need to click on the 'Apply Online' button to be directed to the online application form.

Now, you are only 3 steps away from completing your online application. These steps include:

1. Providing the required data: standard personal and passport details, information regarding your trip to Kenya, etc. You should double-check the entered details at this stage to avoid any delays or issues with approval.
2. Covering the Kenya eVisa fee: choosing one from any available methods, pay the online visa processing fee.
3. Check your email: the confirmation number and the approved electronic visa will be delivered to your inbox. Refresh your email so as not to miss them! Don't forget that you are obliged to print out your eVisa before departure.

Kenya eVisa processing time and fees for the UK citizens

PROCESSING TIME

You need to submit your online visa application form 3 business days in advance of your trip. However, don't be surprised when you receive a PDF file with your approved eVisa much earlier! On average, our customers get approval within 69 hours from the moment of submitting their applications.

Please note: by filling your online form with correct data, you can maximize your chances of getting your approval earlier. In turn, sending a form that contains errors can extend the processing time.

EVISA FOR KENYA FEE

UK passport holders need to cover a 99 Euro fee when applying for a tourist, transit, or business eVisa, while choosing the online East Africa visa, they need to pay 149 Euro.

Kenya eVisa requirements for the UK citizens

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Documents necessary to submit online visa applications can be categorized into two groups depending on the available Kenya eVisa types:

Business eVisa

• a digital copy of an applicant's valid passport (bio-data page)
• an applicant's face photo (a digital picture made with a webcam or mobile phone is acceptable)
• an applicant's company registration certificate (copy)
• employee ID of a person who invites or represents a company in Kenya
• ID of a person who invites or represents a Kenyan company
• a digital copy of a valid passport of a person who invites or represents a company in Kenya (bio-data page)
• an immigration status passport page of an inviter or representant of a company in Kenya

Important note: When planning a business trip to Kenya, it's recommended to apply for the tourist eVisa to reduce the number of documents needed to attach to one's application.

East Africa/Transit/Tourist eVisa

• a digital copy of an applicant's valid passport (bio-data page)
• an applicant's face photo (a digital picture made with a webcam or mobile phone is acceptable)
• booking of a hotel stay
• copy of return ticket
• travel ticket for an applicant's onward trip*

*The requirement applies only to those applying for a transit eVisa.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• UK travelers aged under 16 can travel to Kenya without valid electronic visas. Nonetheless, they must hold valid passports.
• It's possible to extend the Kenya eVisa if your trip to Kenya isn't over. However, it entails an additional fee to be covered for further days of your stay in Kenya.
• an eVisa doesn't serve as a work permit.

Is it safe to use Evisa Express to get a Kenya eVisa?

Evisa Express is a pioneer company offering electronic visa services worldwide for many years. Deciding to choose our website to obtain your online visa, you can be sure that our travel experts will handle all of the formalities for you. 99% of positively processed eVisa applications confirm the effectiveness of our services.

Should you have any doubts or visa-related questions, don't hesitate to contact our support team!