Travel Documents & Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
eVisa - for more information please read below.
Passport - it must be valid for at least six months after the trip start date. The passport must have at least two blank pages.
Yellow Fever Vaccine Certificate for more information see here.
*Note: We also highly recommend always double-checking with your airlines for their specific boarding requirements.
Kenya E-visa
An electronic visa (eVisa) is required for travellers from the USA, UK or Canada going to Kenya for 90 days or less. Please note, you can Do-it-yourself through the Kenyan Embassy's online system.
Your Kenya E-visa will be valid for 3 months from the date it's been issued. After your visa is approved, you'll be able to travel to Kenya for up to 90 days. Remember your trip must be valid within the validity of your Kenya E-visa.*
To obtain a your E-visa you have 2 options:
Option 1 - Full Service Option (Discover Corps Recommended!)
Use our recommended visa processor: G3 Global Services: http://www.g3visas.com/discovercorps.html. G3 is familiar with our programs and can assist you every step of the way.
Discover Corps Travelers can contact G3 by emailing discovercorps@g3visas.com or by calling toll free, 888-883-8472. They have a dedicated team of consultants available to assist with any questions or inquiries you may have about obtaining the visa.
Option 2 - DIY Option
Go to www.evisa.go.ke/single-entry-visa.html and click on create eVisa account.
Once Logged in, Select Department of Immigration services.
Select submit Application.
Select Kenyan Visa.
Select the type of Visa and read the Instructions Carefully. (Rather single entry / multi entry visa) *If you are taking the Zanzibar extension and have a return ticket to Nairobi, a single entry visa will suffice as long as you DO NOT EXIT the Nairobi airport. If you plan to stay in Nairobi, you must apply for a multi entry visa. Please contact Discover Corps if you aren't sure.
Fill in the application form.
Pay Using visa card, Mastercard and other debit cards.
Await approval via email, then download and print the eVisa from your eCitizen account. Keep this handy with your passport, ready for travel.
Present your printed eVisa to the immigration officer at the port of entry.
POINTS TO NOTE:
The eVisa processing fee is non refundable.
Incomplete applications will be rejected.
An eVisa is required prior to entry into The Republic of Kenya.
The eVisa printout must be presented at the port of entry.
You will need the following information in order to apply for your visa (contact information & downloadable itinerary): see bottom of page for documents.
Children up to and including 15 years are exempt from visa requirements. However, they need to have a passport that is valid for at least another six months after their arrival. Those older than 16 years of age must get a visa to enter Kenya. 16-year-olds will need to apply for the visa AFTER their parent’s visa is accepted.
If the child is not traveling with both parents, a permission letter from the absent parent might be required.
Kenya Contact Info
Lincoln Njiru (Guide) - +254 724 768 733
Address: Nanyuki Town
Nanyuki Municipality, Kenya
Phone number: +254 734699851
Email: sweetwaters@serena.co.ke
Kenya Hotel Contact Information
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Nanyuki Town
Nanyuki Municipality, Kenya
+254 732123333
sweetwaters@serena.co.ke or cro@serena.co.ke
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Tamarind Tree Hotel
Tamarind Tree Hotel, off Langata Road, Nairobi
(+254) 730 865 000
central.reservations@tamarind.co.ke
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Encounter Mara Camp
Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Naboisho, Kenya
+254 20 232 4904
enquiries@asiliaafrica.com
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*Note: Just click below to download the Kenya travel itinerary below which is what you'll need to "upload" as a part of the eVisa process. You can also see the above information on the Hotel and Kenya contact information for the visa. If you need a document version you can download the hotel document here and save it as a PDF.
Passport
If you do not have a passport it is important to apply for one as soon as possible. It often takes four to six weeks to process the paperwork for a passport (and even longer during the peak travel season of March to August). For questions about obtaining or renewing your passport (American citizens) you can click here.
If you have a passport, please note it needs to be valid for up to 6 months after your scheduled departure date.
It is also important that you have at least one completely blank page (with no stamps or visas) in your passport. This is a requirement for entry into many countries.
If you are a U.S. citizen and need assistance with obtaining a new passport, we recommend working with G3 Visas and Passports to make the process smooth and easy.
*Note: Make several photocopies of your passport. Leave a copy at home with your family and carry a copy with you at all times when you are overseas. If you should lose your passport, having a copy will speed up the process of replacing it.