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ℹ ETA required — Apply online. ETA $30 USD single entry
Russian citizens require a ETA to travel to Kenya. The application fee is $30 USD and processing takes 3 business days. The visa is valid for 90 days with a maximum stay of 90 days. You can apply directly online through the official portal. ETA $30 USD single entry

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.

$30
Fee (USD)
90d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Verified: 2026-04-01 Source: etakenya.go.ke
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Step-by-step guide

1

Verify eligibility

Russian citizens are eligible for Kenya ETA.

2

Prepare documents

Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Passport-size photo. Return ticket.

3

Apply online

Visit the official portal and fill in the application form. Pay $30 fee.

4

Receive approval

ETA sent to email within 3 business days.

5

Travel

Digital copy OK. Present at check-in and immigration.

Requirements

✓ Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
✓ Passport-size photo
✓ Return ticket
✓ Accommodation confirmation
✓ Yellow fever certificate (if arriving from endemic country)
✓ Travel insurance details
✓ Flight details

Special restrictions

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

Best time to visit

Jan
Feb
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Dec
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 Russian citizens need a visa for Kenya? +
Yes. Russian citizens need a ETA for Kenya. ETA $30 USD single entry
How much does a Kenya visa cost for Russian citizens? +
The fee is $30 USD.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Kenya? +
Maximum stay is 90 days. Visa validity: 90 days from issue date.
What documents do Russian citizens need for Kenya? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Passport-size photo. Return ticket. Accommodation confirmation. Yellow fever certificate (if arriving from endemic country). Travel insurance details. Flight details.

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 Russian passport
Always verify on official portals before applying.