The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade advises that all persons, including infants and children, must complete an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) form in order to travel to the Republic of Kenya.
This new requirement results from policy changes, which took effect this year, whereby holders of Ordinary Barbados Passports have to obtain an ETA at least 72 hours before their intended visit to Kenya. However, it is recommended that applications be submitted at least two weeks prior to travel to ensure adequate time for processing.
The cost for Kenya’s ETA is US $32.50 per traveller, plus banking and processing fees. The ETA is valid only for a single trip, and a new authorisation must be obtained for every subsequent visit to Kenya.
Holders of Diplomatic Barbados Passports must apply for an ETA at least 72 hours before their intended visit to Kenya, but they will be exempted from payment if certified by letter that they are on official duty.
For ETA applications and guidelines, persons should visit the official website https://www.etakenya.go.ke.
Travellers should carefully note the information contained on the website, including the fact that while there is no guarantee of approval, ETAs can only be applied for after a confirmed flight and hotel booking have been made, as the standard ETA is tied to a confirmed itinerary.
Persons should note that the possession of an ETA is not the final authority to enter the Republic of Kenya. Admissibility will be determined at the point of entry.