What documents does a Pakistan citizen need for a Kenya visa?

- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival - Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page - Digital passport-size photo, white background, uploaded during application - Confirmed return or onward flight ticket - Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter) - Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-endemic country - Proof of sufficient funds for the stay - Biometrics not required for the eTA; not collected on arrival for most travelers

What types of visas can Pakistan citizens get for Kenya?

- Single-entry eTA (Tourist/Business): valid for 90 days from approval, fee USD 34 - East Africa Tourist Visa: covers Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda in one application, valid 90 days, fee USD 100 (apply via Kenya's eCitizen portal if entering Kenya first) - Transit eTA: for travelers transiting through Kenya, processed the same way as the standard eTA

How do Pakistan citizens apply for a Kenya visa?

- Visit the official Kenya eTA portal (etavisa.go.ke or ecitizen.go.ke) - Create an account and complete the online application with passport, travel, and accommodation details - Upload the passport scan and photo - Pay the eTA fee online by credit or debit card (USD 34) - Processing typically takes 2-3 business days; approval is sent by email - Present the eTA approval (printed or digital) with passport and yellow fever certificate (if applicable) on arrival at a Kenyan port of entry

How much does a Kenya visa cost for Pakistan citizens?

- eTA fee: USD 34 (~PKR 9,500) for single entry - East Africa Tourist Visa fee: USD 100 for Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda combined - No additional service fee for direct application through the official portal - Standard processing: 2-3 business days - No official express option; delays can occur during peak travel seasons

What should Pakistan citizens know before traveling to Kenya?

- Apply at least 1 week before travel to allow for processing and document verification - Common rejection reasons: missing yellow fever certificate when required, mismatched passport/photo details, incomplete accommodation proof - Apply only through the official eCitizen/eTA portal; avoid third-party sites charging inflated fees - Check current health advisories, as Kenya strictly enforces yellow fever certificate requirements for travelers connecting through endemic regions - Extensions of stay can be arranged through Kenya's Department of Immigration Services while in-country

Kenya Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Pakistani citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Kenya via the eCitizen portal; fee USD 34 (~PKR 9,500), processing 2-3 business days.

Guide last updated October 20, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival
Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
Digital passport-size photo, white background, uploaded during application
Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-endemic country
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
Biometrics not required for the eTA; not collected on arrival for most travelers

Visa types

Single-entry eTA (Tourist/Business): valid for 90 days from approval, fee USD 34
East Africa Tourist Visa: covers Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda in one application, valid 90 days, fee USD 100 (apply via Kenya's eCitizen portal if entering Kenya first)
Transit eTA: for travelers transiting through Kenya, processed the same way as the standard eTA

How to apply online

Visit the official Kenya eTA portal (etavisa.go.ke or ecitizen.go.ke)
Create an account and complete the online application with passport, travel, and accommodation details
Upload the passport scan and photo
Pay the eTA fee online by credit or debit card (USD 34)
Processing typically takes 2-3 business days; approval is sent by email
Present the eTA approval (printed or digital) with passport and yellow fever certificate (if applicable) on arrival at a Kenyan port of entry

Fees & processing time

eTA fee: USD 34 (~PKR 9,500) for single entry
East Africa Tourist Visa fee: USD 100 for Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda combined
No additional service fee for direct application through the official portal
Standard processing: 2-3 business days
No official express option; delays can occur during peak travel seasons

Tips for Pakistan travelers

Apply at least 1 week before travel to allow for processing and document verification
Common rejection reasons: missing yellow fever certificate when required, mismatched passport/photo details, incomplete accommodation proof
Apply only through the official eCitizen/eTA portal; avoid third-party sites charging inflated fees
Check current health advisories, as Kenya strictly enforces yellow fever certificate requirements for travelers connecting through endemic regions
Extensions of stay can be arranged through Kenya's Department of Immigration Services while in-country

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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