Recent changes by the National Government of Kenya have come to effect and have largely affected visa applications and processing of travel payments. We look at two critical changes that will impact travelers coming to Kenya.
Visa On Arrival Not Available
All foreign visitors to Kenya should be aware of the most recent change in the country’s visa-granting system. From August 25, 2023, all eligible citizens must apply for a Kenya E-Visa to visit the country, according to the Kenyan government. The official online application website for Kenya is now accessible (https://evisa.go.ke), application on arrival is not available.
While on the website, you may encounter challenges which may include payment issues and login difficulties. For any of our guests with difficulties completing the online process, we can assist in submitting the application on your behalf.
Requirements For The Application
You will be required to meet the following requirements during the application process:
- Travellers must have a valid passport with at least two blank pages, including minors and children.
- From the arrival date in the Republic of Kenya, the passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
- Travellers can enter Kenya at one of the country’s 10 recognized airports, 10 seaports, and 11 border crossings with an online visa in Kenya.
- You must enter your arrival and departure dates when filling out the application. You must also confirm a reservation in Kenya for at least one night.
- You must submit a travel plan or itinerary, as well as confirmation of your return flight booking when applying.
- Passport photograph of yourself
Park Fees Payable Through E-Citizen
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has integrated into the E-Citizen platform as of August 25, 2023.
“Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) wishes to inform our esteemed customers and the public that they can now pay for services on the eCitizen platform. This follows the directive that all government services be onboarded on the eCitizen platform to ensure efficient service delivery and transparency,”
Any payments of our National Park fees are now required to be paid through the e-citizen platform for both resident and non-resident travelers. We are committed to ensuring all park fees are paid on time and the travelers have a seamless experience at the game parks’ entrance.
