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Kyrgyzstan Visa for Kenya Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Kenyan citizens can apply for an e-visa to Kyrgyzstan online at evisa.e-gov.kg; fee around USD 45-75 depending on visa type, with approval typically issued within 3-5 business days.

Guide last updated September 25, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, with a blank page for the entry stamp
  • Digital passport-style photo (uploaded during the online application)
  • Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
  • Confirmed accommodation booking or invitation letter
  • Return or onward travel ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement)
  • Travel health insurance recommended for the duration of stay
  • Biometrics: not required for the e-visa; only a passport stamp on arrival

Visa types

  • Single-entry e-visa — Tourist/Business, valid for 60 days from issue, max stay 30 days, fee approximately USD 45
  • Double-entry e-visa — for travelers needing to exit and re-enter, valid 60 days, fee approximately USD 55
  • Multiple-entry e-visa — valid up to 1 year, max stay per visit 30 days, fee approximately USD 60-75

How to apply online

  • Go to the official portal evisa.e-gov.kg and create an account
  • Fill in the online application form with passport and travel details
  • Upload a digital photo and scanned passport copy
  • Pay the fee online by credit/debit card (shown in both KGS and USD)
  • Approval is typically emailed within 3-5 business days as a PDF
  • Print the approved e-visa and carry it with your passport for immigration checks on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • E-visa fee: approximately USD 45-75 depending on entry type, paid online by card
  • No separate service/VFS fee — the portal is run directly by the Kyrgyz government
  • Total estimated cost: USD 45-75
  • Standard processing: 3-5 business days
  • Express processing (as fast as 1-2 business days) is available for an additional fee shown at checkout

Tips for Kenya travelers

  • Apply at least a week before departure to allow for standard processing plus any delays
  • Common rejection reasons: blurry photo uploads, mismatched passport details, insufficient proof of accommodation
  • Double-check the e-visa PDF details against your passport before traveling — printing errors can cause delays at immigration
  • Kyrgyzstan has limited direct flights from Nairobi, so confirm your connecting country's transit visa requirements too
  • Extensions of stay can be requested at the State Migration Service office in Bishkek before the e-visa's permitted stay expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.