A foreigner who wants to visit simultaneously the Republic of Kenya, Republic of Rwanda and Republic of Uganda for tourism is eligible for an East Africa Tourist Visa.
An East Africa Tourist Visa is multiple entries within the three countries and shall be valid for 90 days.
Applications for this visa shall be lodged at any of the diplomatic representation of the Republic of Kenya, Republic of Rwanda and Republic of Uganda, at the Immigration Offices of the respective countries or online where applicable.
Consulate information
| Address: |
2249 R Street NW, Washington, DC 20008 |
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| Phone: | (202) 387-6101 | Website |
Important Facts
The government of the Republic of Kenya has fully implemented the issuance of 100% e-Visa with effect from January 1, 2021.
- COVID-19 REGULATIONS (Subject to change). Travelers must have a Covid-19 vaccination certificate showing that they are fully vaccinated at least 14 days before arrival or must have a Covid-19 PCR test taken at most 72 hours before departure. Travelers are required to fill out “Travelers Health Surveillance form,” click this link to register. For up to date information, click on this link
- Passport must have at least six (6) months validity beyond the completion of a trip and has at least one (1) blank visa page.
- NO VISA REQUIRED for nationals of Botswana, Ghana, Jamaica, Malawi, Mauritius, Rwanda, Singapore, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe and some other countries for a maximum stay of three (3) months; for nationals of Malaysia and South Africa for a maximum stay of 30 days.
- VISA EXEMPTION. No visa required for children 16 years and below. This does not apply to the East Africa Tourist Visa.
- VISA REGULATIONS/TYPE OF VISA. Passport holders traveling to the Republic of Kenya are divided into 3 categories. Check your country eligibility
Category 1 – Nationals and persons who do not require visas to enter Kenya.
Category 2 – Nationals issued with visas on application. To ALL nationals (including US nationals) in this category, E-visa has to be obtained before departure. NO visas will be issued on arrival.
Category 3 – Nationals and persons from countries that require referred visas.
Single Entry Visa: Category 2 & 3. Issued to persons whose nationalities require a visa to enter Kenya either for business, tourism or medical reasons. Visa is valid from the day of issuance. Travelers must provide details of countries they visited in the last three months i.e. date of entry and duration of visit.
Multiple Entry Visa: Category 2 & 3. Issued to persons who require a visa to enter Kenya either for business, tourism, medical or other reasons. Visa is valid from the day of issuance. Travelers must provide details of countries they visited in the last three months i.e. date of entry and duration of visit.
5 yrs Multiple Entry Visa: Issued to US nationals to enter Kenya either for business or tourism. Visa is valid from the day of issuance. Travelers must provide details of countries they visited in the last three months i.e. date of entry and duration of visit.
East African Tourist Visa: Category 2. This is a joint tourist visa that entitles holders to travel to and within the Republic of Kenya, Republic of Rwanda and Republic of Uganda for the purpose of tourism (please refer to notification on the beginning of this page). Visa is valid from the day of issuance.
Transit Visa: Category 2 & 3. Issued to persons connecting through Kenya to other destinations for a period not exceeding 72 hours. Those connecting direct flights without leaving the airport DO NOT have to apply for transit visa.
- For more information and questions contact the GC Visa office.
| Visa Application Requirements | e-Visa |
|---|---|
| Completed e-Visa application form | ✔ |
| Passport size photos - one (1) photo White background and should be free of shadows, in color and clear, without glasses. Applicants must directly face camera w/ a neutral expression and clearly visible eyes. | ✔ |
| Copy of valid passport's vital information page | ✔ |
| Invitation letter Letter should be addressed to the Consulate General of the Embassy or Immigration officer of the country. Must include: applicant's name as in passport, passport number, detailing the reason for traveling, dates, name, address and telephone number of the host. | ✔ |
| Copy of host company's corporate registration certificate (Business visa only) Letter should be in both languages (the native language-if applicable and English) | ✔ |
| Copy of passport's vital page or ID of person signing the invitation letter. Include a copy of the legal status of the host if host is not a citizen of the country. | ✔ |
| Copy of flight itinerary A round trip travel airline ticket with traveler's name. | ✔ |
| Copy of hotel reservation/Evidence of address while staying in the country. | ✔ |
| Letter of support The GC Visa office will provide | ✔ |
| Proof of valid legal residency in the US (copy only) Be ready to show the original when applying in person. | ✔ |
Forms and Links
Application form (eVisa) East Africa Visa Application form
Processing Time
| Processing time | Service type | Citizenship |
|---|---|---|
| 24 to 72 hours | e-Visa | |
| 15 business days | Regular | Referred country |
Fee per Visa
Payment Method: Credit Card,
| Type of Visa | Fee per Visa | Type of entry | Term of visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Tourist | 51.00 | Single | 3 months |
| Business/Tourist | 101.00 | Multiple | 3 months/ 1 year |
| 5 Yrs. Multiple Buss/Tourist Visa US Nationals | 201.00 | Multiple | 5 years |
| East Africa Tourist Visa | 101.00 | Multiple | 3 months |
| Transit | 21.00 | 72 hrs |
Additional Notes
- Allow (2) two extra days for GC Visa Office to process your application.
- For Long Term/Work Visa and Children under 18, Contact GC Visa Office.
- Please note that Embassies/Country Representative Offices change the requirements on a regular basis without notifying us.
- There is a GC surcharge for our services.
Last updated: January 18, 2023