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Kenyan East African Tourist Visa

A joint travel authorisation for tourism across Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda, letting holders explore all three countries on a single authorisation.

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Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Kenya government website before you apply.
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Official name
East African Tourist Visa
Route type
Regional visa
Countries covered
Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda
Validity
90 days
Number of entries
Multiple entry within the three countries
Allows movement between Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda without a separate authorisation for each.
Cost
USD 100
First country of entry
Must be the country through which the visa was issued
Apply through the immigration system of the country you will enter first; for Kenya, apply via etakenya.go.ke.
Where to apply
etakenya.go.ke (when Kenya is your first country of entry)

Who can apply

  • Tourists planning to visit Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda on a single authorization

What you can do

  • Travel for tourism across Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda, per the official conditions

Requirements

  • The visit must be for tourism across the three East African Community partner states - Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda
  • You must first enter through the country that issued the visa (apply through Kenya if Kenya is your first point of entry)
  • A single authorisation replaces the need for separate entry permits for each of the three countries
  • A passport valid for onward travel across the region

How to apply

  • Decide which of the three countries you will enter first - you must apply through that country's system
  • If entering Kenya first, apply online at etakenya.go.ke and select the East African Tourist Visa
  • Complete the application with your passport, photo and travel details
  • Pay the fee and wait for the authorisation to be issued
  • Present the approved visa and your passport on arrival, entering first through the issuing country

Documents you may need

  • Valid passport (with adequate validity and a blank page)
  • A passport-style photograph or selfie
  • Travel itinerary covering your movements across Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda
  • Accommodation details for your stay
  • A means of payment for the visa fee

Frequently asked questions

  • It is a joint visa for tourism across Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda only. It does not extend to Tanzania or other neighbouring countries.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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