Kenya eVisa for Indian Citizens

Citizens of most countries wishing to travel to Kenya are required to obtain a visa before the planned visit. Fortunately, Indian citizens can choose to use the online alternative to a regular visa - an eVisa to Kenya.

eVisa for Indian citizens serves as an online authorization that comes in three types and makes it possible to visit Kenya for purposes relating to leisure, business, and transit.  

The online application for an eVisa for Kenya requires submitting an application form. The process itself can take only a couple of minutes while the processing time may take up to 72 hours (3 business days). The approved visa is then delivered to each applicant via email in PDF form.

How to apply for a Kenya eVisa from India?

To start the online application process click on the 'Apply Online' button and follow these steps to complete the process:

• Provide the necessary details: enter basic personal information, as well as details of your trip to Kenya. Double-check all the information entered in the online form to make sure it's error-free. It will enable you to avoid unnecessary delays in obtaining your eVisa.
• Pay the Kenyan eVisa processing fee: cover the visa fee (99 Euro or 149 Euro) using any preferred online payment method.
• Check your email inbox: check if the confirmation number has already reached your inbox. The approved online visa will also reach your email in PDF form.

A printed version of your electronic visa to Kenya needs to be shown upon entering the country. Make sure you have it before going to the airport.

Kenya eVisa processing time and fees for Indian citizens

PROCESSING TIME

As a rule, it takes up to 72 business hours to review every Kenya eVisa application. All Indians should check if their online form is correctly filled out before submitting it. Error-free applications are processed faster. On average, Kenya eVisa applications submitted via our website get approved within 69 hours.

KENYA EVISA FEE

There are two different processing fees depending on the selected Kenya online visa type:

• 99 Euro: Business, Tourist, Transit eVisa
• 149 Euro: East Africa eVisa

How long can Indian citizens stay in Kenya with an eVisa?

The time that Indians are allowed to stay in Kenya varies according to the type of eVisa they are holders of:

• East Africa eVisa: a multiple-entry permit covering tourism-related trips; a perfect online visa type for travelers wishing to visit Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda. Throughout 3 months of the validity period; the eVisa can be used to enter these countries multiple times.
• Business eVisa: a single-entry authorization for business trips of no longer than 3 months; issued for 90 days.
• Transit eVisa: a single-entry transit visa to take a layover in Kenya when heading to another country; its holders can make a 72-hour transit stop in Kenya.
• Tourist eVisa: a single-entry visa covering tourism-related activities not exceeding 3 months; issued for 90 days.

Kenya eVisa Requirements for Indian citizens

Every Indian citizen must be a valid passport holder. What is more, the passport needs to remain valid for at least 6 months after the arrival date in Kenya. Certain additional documents must be attached to every application. The required documents are as follows:

East Africa eVisa and Tourist eVisa

• a digital photo of the applicant's face (it can be simply a mobile phone or PC camera photo)
• a digital scan of the applicant's passport (bio-data page scan)
• hotel booking
• a return ticket (copy)

Transit eVisa

The requirements are nearly the same as for Tourist eVisa and East Africa eVisa. However, an applicant for a Transit eVisa must also attach a flight ticket for their onward travel.

Business eVisa

• a digital photo of the applicant's face (it can be simply a mobile phone or PC camera photo)
• a digital scan of the applicant's passport (a digital scan of the bio-data page)
• your company registration certificate (copy)
• the representative staff's or the inviter's Kenyan ID
• the representative staff's or the inviter's ID
• the representative's or the inviter's valid passport (a digital scan of the bio-data page)
• the representative's or the inviter's immigration status passport page (scan)

Helpful tip: When traveling to Kenya for business reasons, you can make an application for a tourist online visa to upload fewer documents.

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

• 99% of successfully processed Kenya eVisa applications
• A 3-step online application process to get a necessary travel permit to Kenya on time
• Professional assistance of eVisa experts
• Double-checking all eVisa applications before sending them further for approval
• Making necessary corrections without extra costs