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Kenya Visa for Singapore Citizens 2026

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Singaporean citizens must obtain an eVisa for Kenya via ecitizen.go.ke; Tourist visa costs USD 71 total (USD 51 visa fee + USD 20 service), processing typically 2–3 working days, valid for 90 days with a maximum stay of 90 days.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least one blank page
  • Specific forms: Apply online at https://www.ecitizen.go.ke/; there is no DS-160 or VAF1A for Kenya eVisa; after approval print the eVisa and carry it to border
  • Financial proof: Not strictly required, but you should show you can cover your stay; recommended bank statements showing funds equivalent to roughly USD 50–100 per day of stay
  • Accommodation and return ticket: Proof of accommodation is not mandatory for the eVisa itself but having hotel bookings and a return/onward ticket is advisable
  • Photo spec: Digital photograph for upload; JPEG format, white background, head centered, no hats or sunglasses; typical portal upload uses about 600x600 px and under 1 MB
  • Biometrics: Biometrics are not submitted as a separate form online; border control at entry may collect biometrics if required
  • Travel health insurance: Not mandatory for Kenya eVisa, but strongly recommended

Visa types

  • Tourist Visa (Single-Entry): Official name Tourist Visa (Single-Entry); Validity 90 days from issue; Max stay per visit 90 days; Entry: Single; Approx fee USD 71 (USD 51 visa fee + USD 20 eVisa service fee)
  • Business Visa (Single-Entry): Official name Business Visa (Single-Entry); Validity 90 days; Max stay per visit 90 days; Entry: Single; Approx fee USD 71
  • Transit Visa (Single-Entry): Official name Transit Visa (Single-Entry); Validity 7 days; Max stay 7 days; Entry: Single; Approx fee USD 41 (USD 21 visa fee + USD 20 service)
  • Student Visa (Embassy processing): Official name Student Visa; Availability: Not online via eVisa; processed by Kenyan Embassy/Consulate; Validity typically 1 year; Max stay up to 1 year; Entry: Single; Approx fee USD 250 (varies by case; contact embassy)
  • Work Visa (Embassy processing): Official name Work Visa; Availability: Not online via eVisa; processed by Kenyan Embassy/Consulate; Validity typically 1 year and renewable; Max stay up to 1 year; Entry: Single; Approx fee USD 500 (varies by case; contact embassy)

How to apply online

  • How to apply online: Go to https://www.ecitizen.go.ke/ and create an account, then start a Kenya eVisa application
  • Steps: 1) Choose Tourist Visa (Single-Entry); 2) Fill in personal details and travel plan; 3) Upload required documents (passport scan, recent photo, travel itinerary); 4) Pay the visa fee (USD 51 visa fee + USD 20 eVisa service fee; total USD 71; local currency equivalent will be shown); 5) Wait for electronic approval (2–3 working days); 6) Receive eVisa approval by email and print the eVisa to carry to Kenya; 7) On arrival, present your printed eVisa with passport
  • Fee and currencies: Total fee USD 71; local currency equivalent depends on the prevailing exchange rate (roughly around KES 11,000 based on 1 USD ≈ 155 KES); payment is online via the ecitizen portal
  • Processing time: Typically 2–3 working days; express options are not publicly listed on the portal
  • How approval arrives: Approval is sent by email as an electronic document; you print it and present at border

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee (online): USD 71 total for Tourist Visa (USD 51 visa fee + USD 20 service fee); local currency equivalent varies (approximatelyKES 11,000 depending on exchange rate)
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable for online Kenya eVisa; no separate processing center fee in most cases
  • Total cost estimate: USD 71 for Tourist Visa; additional costs may apply for other visa types processed via embassy
  • Standard processing time: 2–3 working days for eVisa; embassy-processed visas (Student/Work) have longer timelines (commonly several days to weeks depending on consular workload)
  • Express/priority option: Not publicly advertised for Kenya eVisa; check ecitizen.go.ke for any updated expedite options

Tips for Singapore travelers

  • How far in advance to apply: Apply at least 7–14 days before travel; aim for 2–3 weeks to account for any delays
  • Common rejection reasons for Singapore applicants: Passport validity less than 6 months at entry, data mismatch between passport and application, photo not meeting specs, incomplete application, insufficient funds evidence, incorrect travel dates, or not meeting entry requirements
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy application: For Kenya, eVisa is applied online via ecitizen.go.ke; there is typically no VFS/BLS route for standard eVisas; Student/Work visas require Kenyan Embassy/Consulate processing
  • Travel advisories or bilateral notes: Check Singapore MFA travel advisories and Kenya MFA (mfa.go.ke) for current alerts; consider checking the Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Kenya's Foreign Affairs portal before travel
  • Extension options inside Kenya: If you need to extend stay, apply with the Kenyan Department of Immigration Services before your visa expires; extensions are not guaranteed and may require leaving Kenya and re-entering, or shifting to a longer-term visa category via the embassy

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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