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Do China Citizens Need a Visa for Kenya in 2026?

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Kenya has replaced its traditional visa system with an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) for all foreign visitors, including Chinese citizens. You must apply for and receive an approved eTA online before your travel to Kenya.

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Last updatedApril 17, 2026

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Step-by-Step Application Process

Apply Online

Visit the official Republic of Kenya eTA website. Start a new application for tourism or business.

Upload Documents

Upload a scan of your passport's bio-data page, a recent passport-style photo, and your accommodation booking confirmation.

Pay the eTA Fee

Pay the processing fee (approx. 30 USD) online using a credit card, debit card, or WeChat Pay/Alipay if supported by the portal at the time.

Receive eTA Approval

Wait for processing, which usually takes 3 working days. You will receive the approved eTA document via email.

Travel to Kenya

Print your eTA or save it to your phone. Present it along with your passport to immigration officers upon arrival in Kenya.

Required Documents

—Valid Chinese passport (at least 6 months validity from the date of arrival, with one blank page)
—Recent passport-style photograph
—Contact details (email address and phone number)
—Details of your arrival and departure flights
—Proof of accommodation in Kenya (hotel booking)

Important Tips

•Apply for your eTA at least 3 days before travel to ensure you receive it in time, but no earlier than 3 months before your trip.
•The eTA is strictly for a single entry. If you plan to leave Kenya (e.g., to visit Tanzania) and return, check if you need a new eTA, unless traveling within the East African Community under specific rules.
•A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required if you are arriving from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission, or if you transited for more than 12 hours through such a country. While traveling directly from China generally doesn't require it, it's highly recommended for travel in East Africa.

Easiest Way to Get It

Use the official Kenyan government eTA portal. It is very user-friendly. Avoid third-party websites that charge exorbitant processing fees on top of the government fee.

Visa rules can change. Always verify with the official embassy.

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Kenya is an East African nation renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, world-class safaris, and vibrant culture. It is famously home to the 'Big Five' and the spectacular Great Migration in the Masai Mara.

Nairobi

The 'Green City in the Sun', Kenya's bustling capital known for its unique national park where lions roam against a backdrop of city skyscrapers.

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Best Time: July to September (Great Migration) or January to March (Warm and Dry)

Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES)

Daily Budget: $60-120/day

Safety & Scams

Exercise caution; petty crime (pickpocketing) is common in Nairobi and Mombasa; avoid walking at night especially in quiet areas; use reputable taxi apps (Uber or Bolt); stay in guarded accommodations; follow safari guides' instructions strictly in national parks.

Getting Around

Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) is excellent for travel between Nairobi and Mombasa; domestic flights connect major safari hubs and the coast; Matatus (minibuses) are the local way to travel but can be erratic; use organized tours for safaris.

Cultural Etiquette

Greetings are essential and often warm; ask for permission before taking photos of people; respect tribal customs; tipping is common in the tourism industry (approx. 10%); 'Hakuna Matata' (no problem) is the national philosophy.

Internet & Connectivity

Nairobi and Mombasa have excellent 4G/5G coverage; providers like Safaricom offer reliable mobile data; high-speed fiber is common in upscale hotels and airbnbs; Wi-Fi can be limited in remote safari camps.

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