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
Recommended
Health
Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic area
Visa fee
USD 30
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
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Destination at a glance
- Country
- Kenya
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Continent
- Africa
- Currency
- Shilling (KES)
- Phone code
- +254
- Language
- Swahili
- Exchange rate
- 1 KES = 2.1468 PKR
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Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a visa is required for all tourism purposes
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a visa is required for all tourism purposes
Application notes
- Kenya has replaced the traditional visa system with an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for all foreign visitors
- Pakistani passport holders must apply for the eTA online prior to departure
- Applications should be submitted at least two weeks before the intended travel date
- The eTA is mandatory even for transit passengers
- Ensure all documents are uploaded in the correct format as specified on the official eTA portal
- Approval of the eTA does not guarantee entry; immigration officers at the port of entry make the final decision
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Visit the official Kenyan Electronic Travel Authorization portal
Step 2
Create an account and start a new application for an eTA
Step 3
Complete the online application form with personal and travel details
Step 4
Upload the required digital copies of your passport and supporting documents
Step 5
Pay the non-refundable processing fee using a valid credit or debit card
Step 6
Submit the application and wait for the email notification regarding the status
Step 7
Download and print the approved eTA to present upon arrival in Kenya
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport bio-data page
- Recent passport-sized digital photograph
- Confirmed flight itinerary
- Proof of accommodation in Kenya
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
- FBR tax return or proof of financial ties to Pakistan
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity beyond the date of entry
- Confirmed flight booking itinerary
- Proof of hotel reservation or invitation letter from a host in Kenya
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds for the trip
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
Health Requirements
MedicalProof of polio vaccination may be required for travelers from certain countries
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from an endemic country
- Recommended vaccinations include Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and routine immunizations
Frequently Asked Questions
The eTA is typically valid for a single entry and must be used within the validity period specified upon approval
If denied, you may contact the nearest Kenyan embassy or consulate for further guidance on alternative entry options
Yes, you must provide evidence of your hotel booking or an invitation letter from your host in Kenya
HIGH advisory
Qatar has suspended its visa-on-arrival service for Pakistani travelers, following similar tightening of visa rules by Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This change impacts spontaneous travel plans to these GCC nations.
HIGH advisory
The United States has frozen immigrant visa processing for Pakistani nationals starting January 21, 2026, though non-immigrant travel remains unaffected.
HIGH advisory
The US has ordered the departure of non-emergency personnel from its consulates in Pakistan, indicating potential security concerns.
MEDIUM advisory
Pakistan's embassy in Oman has resumed passport services after a temporary suspension due to a technical glitch, which also affected passport services abroad.
LOW advisory
Several countries are updating visa policies, including e-visa options and visa-free travel for Pakistani passport holders. Some European destinations offer visa-free entry, while others like Saudi Arabia and UAE have updated requirements. Turkmenistan is also introducing e-visa breakthroughs.
LOW advisory
Turkmenistan is advancing its e-visa system, with Ashgabat Airport opening routes via major hubs, potentially impacting travel for Pakistani citizens and others in the region.
LOW advisory
Pakistan and Italy have signed an agreement to abolish visa requirements for diplomatic passport holders, facilitating official travel between the two countries.
LOW advisory
Oman is noted as the only country in the Middle East to experience growth in tourist arrivals amid regional crises, partly due to humanitarian efforts.
LOW advisory
Germany has removed transit visa requirements for travelers transiting through its airports, which may benefit Pakistani and Indian passengers.
LOW advisory
Qatar Airways is restoring its Doha-Philadelphia flights starting August 1, 2026, expanding its North American network.
LOW advisory
Pakistani visitors to the United Kingdom can now utilize eVisas, streamlining the application process for entry.