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Kenya
Kenya
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✓ Visa-free entry — No application needed. Bilateral — visa-free
Ghanaian passport holders can enter Kenya visa-free under a bilateral agreement. You may stay for up to 90 days without applying in advance. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months with 1 blank page(s). Bilateral — visa-free

Editor's note

Kenya moved to a mandatory electronic travel authorisation (eTA) for almost all visitors, replacing the older visa-on-arrival system — apply online before you fly rather than expecting to pay at the airport. Approval is usually quick, but leave a few days' buffer in case of follow-up questions.

Free
Fee (USD)
90d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Verified: 2026-04-01 Source: etakenya.go.ke
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Comparison

Your case (Ghanaian)
$0
Visa-free · 90 days
Standard ETA
$30
Single · 90 days

Step-by-step guide

1

Check passport validity

Must be valid for 6+ months from entry with 1 blank page(s)

2

Book flights

Book round-trip flights to Kenya. Return ticket may be asked at immigration.

3

Prepare documents

Hotel booking or accommodation address recommended. Proof of funds may be requested.

4

Arrive and enjoy

Present passport at immigration. Stamp granted for up to 90 days.

Special restrictions

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Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
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Travel insurance — Not required
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Yellow fever — Certificate required from endemic areas

Best time to visit

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Best OK

Long dry season + Great Migration peak (Jul-Sep in Masai Mara). Also Jan-Feb (short dry). Avoid Apr-Jun (long rains).

Tips & warnings

⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (etakenya.go.ke) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.

Frequently asked questions

Do Ghanaian citizens need a visa for Kenya? +
No. Ghanaian citizens can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 90 days. Bilateral — visa-free
How much does a Kenya visa cost for Ghanaian citizens? +
No fee required — visa-free entry.
How long can Ghanaian citizens stay in Kenya? +
Maximum stay is 90 days. Visa validity: 90 days from issue date.
What documents do Ghanaian citizens need for Kenya? +
Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity). Return ticket recommended.

Practical notes

Payment
Visa, MC, Amex on etakenya.go.ke. M-Pesa not accepted for eTA.
Transit — Not required
No transit visa required for airside transit at Nairobi JKIA. Passengers staying airside exempt.
Travel advisory (level 2)
Exercise increased caution due to crime and terrorism.
Official advisory source ↗

Sources & verification

This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.

Official source: etakenya.go.ke ↗

Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.

How we verify →

Apply on official portal ↗ Kenya guide Ghanaian passport
Always verify on official portals before applying.