🇰🇪 Kenya: can you enter, and what do you need?
Updated 2026-07-16 · visa data: Passport Index snapshot · facts: mledoze/countries
Who can enter Kenya
Of 198 other passports: 77 enter visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 121 need an eTA, 0 an e-visa, and 0 must obtain a visa in advance.
| Passport | Entry status |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States passport | eTA required |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom passport | eTA required |
| 🇩🇪 Germany passport | eTA required |
| 🇮🇳 India passport | eTA required |
| 🇨🇳 China passport | eTA required |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil passport | eTA required |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines passport | eTA required |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria passport | Visa-free · 60d |
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Quick facts
Currency
Sh Kenyan shilling (KES)
Languages
English, Swahili
Capital
Nairobi
Calling code
+254
Ready to visit Kenya?
📶 Internet in Kenya
Roaming abroad can cost a fortune — a local eSIM installs before departure and works the moment you land.
🛡️ Travel insurance
Many countries expect medical coverage for the whole stay; hospitals bill tourists directly.
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Frequently asked questions
Can United States citizens enter Kenya without a visa?
Almost: United States citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA), not a visa. Full rules →
Can United Kingdom citizens enter Kenya without a visa?
Almost: United Kingdom citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA), not a visa. Full rules →
Can India citizens enter Kenya without a visa?
Almost: India citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA), not a visa. Full rules →
How many passports can enter Kenya without a pre-arranged visa?
198 of 198 passports enter Kenya without arranging a visa in advance: 77 visa-free, 0 visa on arrival, 121 via eTA.