{"id":1891,"date":"2024-10-24T00:03:18","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T22:03:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etakenya.com\/article\/le-kenya-deploie-une-application-mobile-innovante-pour-simplifier-les-demandes-deta\/"},"modified":"2024-11-20T21:16:55","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T20:16:55","slug":"le-kenya-deploie-une-application-mobile-innovante-pour-simplifier-les-demandes-deta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etakenya.com\/en\/article\/kenya-deploys-innovative-mobile-application-to-simplify-deta-applications\/","title":{"rendered":"Kenya rolls out innovative mobile application to simplify ETA applications"},"content":{"rendered":"
Since 1 January 2024, the Kenyan government has introduced a new process for obtaining travel authorisation known as ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization<\/strong>). To make this procedure easier for travellers, the country has launched a mobile application<\/strong> specially designed to manage these applications quickly and efficiently. This innovation enables tourists to submit their ETA application in just a few clicks, while simplifying the administrative formalities involved in travelling to Kenya.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
The Kenyan government recently launched a mobile application designed to simplify the procedures for applying for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which comes into force on 1 January 2024. This innovative application will enable tourists from all over the world, with the exception of a few countries, to apply for an ETA quickly and easily, while guaranteeing the security of their personal data.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Since the announcement of visa-free travel for many countries, the electronic travel authorisation system, known as ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization<\/strong>), has become essential for travellers to Kenya. The main aim of this measure is to tighten controls on visitor flows while streamlining administrative procedures. The mobile application, called \"Kenya eTA<\/strong>\"The new system has been designed to make this process both more accessible and more efficient for all users.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
How ETA works<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
The ETA is an electronic permit that allows travellers to stay in Kenya for less than 90 days. To date, all nationalities can benefit from this authorisation, except for six countries: Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. It is important to note that even minors, including those under the age of 16, must apply for an ETA by name.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
To obtain their ETA, travellers must provide various documents and information, such as their surname, first name, date of birth, passport number, e-mail address and telephone number, as well as proof of their destination and reason for travelling. Once the application has been submitted, the fee is USD 30 for the standard rate or USD 50 for the premium rate.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Specific features of the Kenya eTA application<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n