Kenya Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport
Last updated: 10 Sept 2026
You need a Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
Always verify with official sources before you travel.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
No
Insurance
—
Health
Required
Visa fee
Visa Status & Eligibility
Conditional eligibility
Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Kenya Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) online before travel via etakenya.go.ke — there is no visa-on-arrival option
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders traveling on an ordinary passport require an approved eTA prior to boarding flights to Kenya
- Kenya eTA replaced the legacy eVisa system; applications must be completed exclusively via the official portal at etakenya.go.ke
- All visitors including infants and children require an individual eTA application before departure
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Access the official Kenya eTA portal at etakenya.go.ke
- 2
Step 2
Create an account or select apply as an individual or group
- 3
Step 3
Upload a digital passport bio-page scan and a recent passport-style photo
- 4
Step 4
Provide travel itinerary details and confirmed accommodation bookings
- 5
Step 5
Submit the application and pay the required fee online
- 6
Step 6
Receive the approved eTA via email and save the digital or printed copy for travel
Step 1
Access the official Kenya eTA portal at etakenya.go.ke
Step 2
Create an account or select apply as an individual or group
Step 3
Upload a digital passport bio-page scan and a recent passport-style photo
Step 4
Provide travel itinerary details and confirmed accommodation bookings
Step 5
Submit the application and pay the required fee online
Step 6
Receive the approved eTA via email and save the digital or printed copy for travel
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity and one blank page
- Digital scan of the passport bio-data page
- Recent passport-style photograph or digital selfie
- Confirmed flight bookings and return ticket
- Confirmed hotel reservation or accommodation proof
- Detailed travel itinerary outlining planned activities
- Approved Kenya eTA from etakenya.go.ke (mandatory before travel)
- Valid Pakistani passport (minimum six months validity, one blank page)
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalYellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country
- Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for travel to most parts of Kenya below 8200 feet
- Routine vaccinations should be up to date before departure
Destination at a glance
Capital
Nairobi
Continent
Africa
Currency
Shilling (KES)
Phone code
+254
Language
English
Exchange rate
1 KES = 2.1323 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
213.23
USD
0.77
Best Months to Travel
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to process a Kenya eTA application?▾
Processing typically takes three working days, though applicants are advised to submit well in advance of travel
Can I apply for an eTA upon arrival at the airport in Kenya?▾
No, the eTA must be obtained prior to departure as airlines verify approval before allowing boarding
What is the validity period of an approved standard Kenya eTA?▾
An approved standard eTA is valid for travel within 90 days from the date of issuance