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Kenya visa requirements for Italian citizens

Italian citizens do not currently need a visa to visit Kenya for short stays of up to 90 days for tourism or business. Kenya operates under a visa-free regime where all foreign nationals must obtain a digital travel authorization before arrival instead of a traditional embassy-issued visa.

Italian travelers need one Kenya entry document:

Kenya ETA: A mandatory online travel authorization that must be obtained before starting your journey. It's typically processed within three business days and allows Italian citizens to enter Kenya for a single stay of up to 90 days. Every traveler, including infants and children, must have an individual approved ETA to board a flight or enter via land/sea borders.

General Kenya entry requirements for Italian travelers are:

Italian passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended departure date
Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
Evidence of sufficient financial funds for the duration of the stay
Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or host address)
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory if arriving from a high-risk country)
Other supporting documents, depending on purpose/situation

Kenya visa cost for Italian citizens

Kenya eTA

Prices starting from €69.95

Valid for 3 months after issued

Single entry

Stay up to 90 days per entry

Get it as fast as 2 days

Fast facts

Interview needed?

On a case-by-case basis (only for embassy visas)

When to apply?

At least a few weeks before travel

Documents required upon arrival?

Valid Italian passport (6+ months validity), confirmed return or onward flight ticket, proof of funds, proof of accommodation, yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable), supporting documents (if applicable)

How to apply for a Kenya visa with iVisa

Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, determine whether you need the Kenya ETA or another Kenya visa or document, pay securely, and upload your documents. You can save your progress and come back anytime.

We'll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

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Kenya visa FAQs

What Italian travelers commonly ask about Kenya visas

Is the Kenya ETA different from a traditional visa?

Yes. As of 2024, Kenya replaced traditional visas with the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. You don't need to visit the Kenyan Embassy in Rome or Milan anymore. However, the ETA is not optional—it's a mandatory digital entry permit. You must apply and receive approval online before you're even allowed to board your flight from Italy.

Can I get a Kenya ETA or a visa when I land in Nairobi or Mombasa?

No. Kenya has completely abolished visas-on-arrival. All Italian travelers must secure their Kenya ETA at least 72 hours before departure. If you show up at the airport in Italy without a printed or digital copy of your approved ETA, the airline will legally have to deny you boarding.

Do Italian children and infants need their own individual ETA?

Yes. In a shift from older visa policies where minors were sometimes exempt or included on a parent's application, every traveler, regardless of age, must have their own approved Kenya ETA.

Can I leave Kenya to visit Tanzania or Uganda and return on the same ETA?

Yes, thanks to the East African Community (EAC) regional exception. If you travel from Kenya to Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, or South Sudan and return directly to Kenya, you don't need to pay for a new ETA. This only applies if your original 90-day stay hasn't expired and you haven't traveled to any country outside this regional block.

How long can I stay in Kenya, and can I extend my visit?

The initial Kenya ETA allows for a stay of up to 90 days. If you find yourself not wanting to leave, you can apply for an extension of an additional 90 days. This is done through the eCitizen portal or in person at the Immigration Office in Nairobi. This brings the maximum total stay for a visitor to 180 days.