Please refer to the information below regarding travel formalities for American travelers going to Kenya (identification documents, entry requirements, electronic travel authorization, health recommendations, travel advisories). For more information, consult the following official websites:
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/kenya.html
https://ke.usembassy.gov/ (https://ke.usembassy.gov/)
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/kenya (https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/kenya)
American travelers must hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry into Kenya. Since January 2024, Kenya no longer issues traditional visas on arrival and requires all travelers to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). Travelers must complete the online application prior to departure and receive the approved authorization before being allowed to enter the country. Official information regarding the eTA procedure and eligibility requirements is provided by the Kenyan government.
Travelers should also review health and vaccination recommendations. A yellow fever vaccination may be required depending on the traveler’s country of origin. Additional health guidance includes malaria prevention, food and water safety, and awareness of local sanitary conditions.
The U.S. Department of State provides detailed travel advisories covering safety considerations, transportation conditions, restrictions in certain regions, and available assistance for U.S. citizens.
For the most up-to-date entry requirements, health measures, and safety information, travelers should consult the U.S. Department of State’s official website:
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/kenya.html