Africa, Kenya

Kenya eases travel requirements for nearly all African visitors
Under the updated system, citizens of most African countries will be allowed to enter Kenya and stay ETA-free for up to two months. Members of the East African Community, which include Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi, can however stay for up to six months in line with the bloc's policy.
New Kenya eTA Exemption Simplifies Travel Rules for Africans
Kenya's Cabinet has authorized a proposal to exempt travelers from Botswana, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Zambia, Comoros, Eritrea,
Cabinet approves eTA exemption for African countries
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to exempt travellers from all African countries from the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) as part of efforts to support open skies policies and tourism growth.
Nigerians, Other Africans To Visit Kenya Without Prior Authorisation
Nigerian and other Africans can now visit Kenya without needing prior authorisation, according to a new directive by the cabinet.
Kenya Drops Electronic Travel Authorization for Most African Nations
Kenya has scrapped its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for citizens of nearly all African nations, except Somalia and Libya, citing security concerns. The move aims to promote regional integration,
Kenya Approves Visa-Free Entry for Nigerians, Other African Citizens
The Kenyan government has announced plans to allow African tourists to enter the country without a visa in an effort to encourage openness and unity.
Kenya Ends eTA Visa Pre-Approval: Africans Can Visit for 2 Months Hassle-Free
Kenya simplifies eTA visa process, removing pre-approval for Africans, allowing 2-month stays to boost tourism and regional integration.
Cabinet Approves Plan to Exempt All African Countries From ETA Except 2
Kenya is working towards exempting Africans from 52 countries from the Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) system introduced last year. eTA system was introduced on January 1, 2024, and mandates all travellers, including infants and children, to obtain an approved eTA before commencing their journey to Kenya.
Kenya grants ETA exemption to African countries as Libya and Somalia left out
Kenya has waived Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirements for Africans visiting Kenya to boost national tourism.
Kenya drops travel pre-authorisation for nearly all African visitors
Kenya introduced a "visa-free" policy that required most visitors to apply online for authorisation before leaving their country. But the introduction of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which replaced the visa requirement for all visitors,
Kenya Waives Visa Requirements for Africans, Except Somalia and Libya
The Kenyan government has announced the removal of eTA and visa requirements for all African nationals, excluding those from Somalia and Libya, citing security concerns.The move aims to bolster regional integration and promote tourism growth across the continent.
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Minister: This is what eTA has cost Kenya
The new policy required travellers to apply and pay for an eTA at least three days before their trip to Kenya.
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Kenya cancels ETA for all African passport holders except two countries
The Kenya government has announced the cancellation of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for all travellers ...
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ETA: Ruto's Cabinet grants all African countries free entry to Kenya except 2
William Ruto's government said it will introduce expedited Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) processing that allows ...