Before you apply for a Kenyan visa, you need to know the different types of visas available and their purpose so you can make the right choice. You can apply for different e-visa like tourism, business or transit depending on the one you need. Kaylodie Ventures provides you with the opportunity to apply for any online visa to Kenya of your choice, and below, we review the features of each one.
| Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Tax | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 90 days | 2-3 business days | $35.00 | $40.00 | $0.00 | $75.00 |
| Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Tax | Total cost | Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 90 days | 24 hours | $35.00 | $70.00 | $0.00 | $105.00 |
| Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 90 days | 2-3 business days | $35.00 | $70.00 | $105.00 |
| Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Total cost | Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 90 days | 24 hours | $35.00 | $100.00 | $135.00 |
Kenya has an updated visa policy backed by immigration laws that expect every visitor to hold a valid visa unless they are from any of the visa-exempt countries on the exempt list.
This list contains countries whose citizens can visit without visas for up to 90 days unless in special cases. Visitors who qualify for visa waiver can only visit for non economic purposes.
The electronic visa of Kenya is an online travel document issued to visitors from selected countries who may wish to visit Kenya for a short time. This visa doesn't require the applicant's presence at the Kenyan embassy; they can apply for it using their smartphone as long as they have an internet connection. E Visa applications take a few minutes to complete and the processing takes only a few days lasting not more than 72 hours. If your application is successful, the visa will be forwarded to your email address from where you can print a copy.
E Visa visitors are not allowed to stay in Kenya for long nor can they seek employment in the country. It is solely for short term visitors from eligible countries.
The East African Visa: The East African visa is only recognized by the Kenyan, Uganda, and Rwandan governments. You can't enter any other African country that is not part of the visa agreement. Also, the total number of days you are allowed to stay combined if you choose to visit two or all three countries is 90 days. The days start counting from the first day you set your foot in Kenya before traveling to the others. Lastly, the passport you travel with must remain valid throughout your trip and must be the same passport used for the application.
Application Fee: There is an application fee attached to the process which must be paid with a credit or debit card. This fee is not a guarantee that the visa will be issued if you don't meet the conditions.
Non Convertible Visa: You should know that this visa is non convertible once it is approved. For instance, if you apply for a single entry visa and it is approved, you can't change it to a multiple entry visa; the only way to change your visa is to apply for a new one. When you do that the old visa becomes invalid.
Extension: An e visa can be extended under two conditions. Firstly, the applicant must apply for it before their current visa expires. Secondly, they must submit their application to the nearest immigration office in the city they reside explaining why they need the extension. A few will also be charged for the application and the officer in charge will decide on the number of days or weeks to extend their stay.
Not for Work Or Study: The Kenyan e visa is not for work or study but for tourism, business and transit. Attempting to use it for any other purpose will be a violation. Violators will be fined and deported. Worse offenders will receive a travel ban for a period of time depending on the severity of their offense.
The e-tourist visa is a single-entry visa specially created for tourists. It allows the holder to visit for holidays, sightseeing or even to spend time with friends and family who may be Ugandan citizens or permanent residents. This visa is strictly for tourism and other non-economic social engagements, so you are not allowed to seek employment in Uganda with it. It is available online and applicants don’t have to visit the Ugandan embassy or consulate in their country to apply for one.
Once it is approved the electronic visa will be mailed to their email and they must print out the e-visa confirmation and travel with it to Uganda as evidence.
| Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Tax | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 90 days | 3 business days | $52.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $102.00 |
| Multiple entry (90 days stay) | up to 180 days | 3 business days | $103.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $153.00 |
| Multiple entry (90 days stay) | up to 1 Year | 3 business days | $103.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $153.00 |
| Multiple entry (90 days stay) | up to 2 Years | 3 business days | $153.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $203.00 |
Uganda's visa policy is regulated by Chapter 66 of the Citizenship and Immigration Control Act, Part VI Immigration Control. This law guides the citizenship and immigration regulations of the country. Chapter 66 regulates the entry and residency of foreign nationals in Uganda who visit the country briefly or to settle temporarily or permanently. The law establishes the identity and rights of Ugandan citizens and residents who are allowed to freely enter and exit the country.
Furthermore, the law states that while residents enjoy the same entry and exit rights as citizens do, others who are not from visa free countries must apply for an entry permit (which is called an entry visa for tourists). A tourist visa is the only legal document which allows a foreign national to enter Uganda as a tourist.
For countries with established reciprocity agreements with Uganda, their citizens can enjoy visa free entry but can only stay for a limited time (for not more than 30-90 days in most cases).
Chapter 66 also clearly spells out what is allowed and prohibited for tourists in the country. For instance, the law prohibits tourists from working or schooling in Uganda on a tourist visa. It also empowers the immigration officers at the airport and border crossings to inspect visitors and to turn back persons who do not have valid travel documents or have suspicious reasons for visiting. Visitors who have been issued visas but cannot justify their intentions or are found to have obtained the visa under a false pretext can be denied entry in line with Uganda's visa laws.
The law also empowers the immigration authorities to sanction tourists who flout the law during their time in the country. With predetermined sanctions clearly listed for erring visitors.
Not all visitors require visas to enter Uganda unless they wish to stay for more than the approved 90 days. If you are from a visa free country, you don’t need a visa for a short-term visit to the country.
Application Fees: The application fee for the e visa is the same for applicants regardless of their nationality. The fee must also be paid before you can submit your application form. Fees are paid online using a credit or debit card and they are not refundable in the event that the visa is not issued. Furthermore, paying the fee is not a guarantee that the visa will be issued to you if you don't meet the requirements.
Primary Destination Rule: If you are applying for the East African visa which grants access to Uganda, Rwanda or Kenya you must make sure that you visit the country that issued the visa first. If you apply for the Ugandan version of the visa, you must visit Uganda first before traveling to the other countries.
Duration Of Stay: The longest period you can stay in Uganda on an e visa is 90 days. If you decide to apply for an East African visa instead, you will have to spread the duration across all three countries if you plan to visit all of them. Don't make the mistake of counting the 90 days separately for each country.
Apply Outside Uganda: You can only apply for the visa outside Uganda not when you are inside the country.
Not for Work: The Ugandan e visa or East African visa is not for work. The business version is not for commercial activities either. If you decide to work in Uganda you must apply for a work visa by submitting an application to the Ugandan foreign mission nearest to you. This visa is strictly for leisure, transit and non commercial business engagements.
If you are planning a trip to Uganda and are not from a visa-free country, you will need a visa to enter the country
Attach your documents: Attach all required documents in soft copies by uploading them and submit. You will get a confirmation email stating that your application has been successfully submitted.
Get Your Visa: Within a few days, you will get your valid e-visa for your trip.
The process is very easy and can be done from the comfort of your home. Navigate to our application page to complete the form or contact customer service if you need extra support.
The e-tourist visa is a single-entry visa specially created for tourists. It allows the holder to visit for holidays, sightseeing or even to spend time with friends and family who may be Tanzania citizens or permanent residents. This visa is strictly for tourism and other non-economic social engagements, so you are not allowed to seek employment in Uganda with it. It is available online and applicants don’t have to visit the Tanzania embassy or consulate in their country to apply for one.
Once it is approved the electronic visa will be mailed to their email and they must print out the e-visa confirmation and travel with it to Tanzania as evidence.
| Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Tax | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 90 days | 10 business days | $50.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $100.00 |
| Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 1 Year | 10 business days | $102.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $152.00 |
| Type of visa | Validity | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Tax | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 90 days | 10 business days | $50.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $100.00 |
| Single entry (90 days stay) | up to 1 Year | 10 business days | $102.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $152.00 |
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