Do you need a visa for Kenya?
Nearly all foreign visitors now need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Kenya — it has replaced the traditional visa. You apply online before you travel, ideally at least three days ahead, and receive an approval to show on arrival. Citizens of East African Community member states can enter visa-free for short stays.
Use the checker above to confirm the requirement for your nationality and get a direct link to the official Kenya eTA portal. Because immigration rules change often, always verify on the official site before booking flights.
Do you need a visa for Tanzania?
Most visitors need a visa for Tanzania, available either through the official e-visa portal in advance or, at major airports and land borders, as a visa on arrival. A single-entry tourist visa is typically around US$50. US passport holders are issued a multiple-entry visa, usually US$100. East African Community citizens travel visa-free.
If your trip combines Kenya and Tanzania, you'll generally need a Kenya eTA and a separate Tanzania visa — the checker flags exactly what applies to your route.
Yellow fever and health entry requirements
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if you are arriving from — or have transited more than 12 hours through — a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Even when not strictly mandatory, carrying your certificate avoids problems at the border. Check current recommendations with a travel clinic before you depart, and reach out to us on WhatsApp if you'd like help sorting your entry requirements alongside your safari.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Kenya?+
US citizens need a Kenya eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization), applied for online before travel. It has replaced the older visa system and must be approved before you arrive.
What is the Kenya eTA?+
The eTA is Kenya's Electronic Travel Authorization — an online entry permit that nearly all foreign visitors must obtain before travelling. You apply on the official etakenya.go.ke portal, upload your passport details, and receive approval by email, usually within a few days.
How much is a Tanzania visa?+
A single-entry tourist visa for Tanzania is typically around US$50. US citizens are issued a multiple-entry visa at roughly US$100. You can apply in advance through the official e-visa portal or obtain a visa on arrival at major entry points.
Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Kenya or Tanzania?+
You need a yellow fever certificate if you are arriving from, or have transited more than 12 hours through, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Travellers coming directly from countries with no risk usually do not, but carrying the certificate is the safest approach.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Tanzania?+
Yes. Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at major Tanzanian airports and land borders, though applying online through the e-visa portal beforehand is faster and reduces the risk of queues or refusals.