{"id":1937,"date":"2025-04-20T09:07:05","date_gmt":"2025-04-20T07:07:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etakenya.com\/article\/leta-kenya-devient-indispensable-a-partir-du-1er-janvier-2024-tout-ce-quil-faut-connaitre\/"},"modified":"2025-04-20T09:07:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-20T07:07:05","slug":"leta-kenya-devient-indispensable-a-partir-du-1er-janvier-2024-tout-ce-quil-faut-connaitre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etakenya.com\/en\/article\/leta-kenya-becomes-essential-from-1-january-2024-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"The Kenya ETA becomes essential from 1 January 2024: everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"

From 1 January 2024<\/strong>A major change to Kenya's entry procedures will come into force on 1 January. International visitors will now be required to obtain a electronic travel authorisation (ETA)<\/strong> before entering the country, replacing the previous visa requirement. The aim of this new measure is to simplify entry formalities while ensuring better management of tourist flows. Find out here all the details and essential information about this new visa requirement. ETA obligation<\/strong> which will affect many travellers.<\/p>\n\n

From 1 January 2024<\/strong>Kenya will be introducing a new travel system for international visitors, replacing the traditional visa with a \"travel card\". electronic travel authorisation (ETA)<\/strong>. The aim of this procedure is to simplify and speed up access to Kenyan territory. In this article, we explain everything you need to know about the ETA, the application requirements and the steps to follow.<\/p>\n\n

What is ETA Kenya?<\/h2>\n\n

ETA Kenya is a semi-automated system designed to evaluate theeligibility<\/strong> for travellers wishing to visit Kenya. People wishing to visit the country will need to apply for an ETA before their departure. Please note that applications can be made from 27 December 2023<\/strong>This will enable future travellers to prepare their trip in advance. The new application platform will replace the previous eVitizen visa system, which will no longer be operational, but the e-visas already issued will remain in force in 2024.<\/p>\n\n

Who should apply for ETA Kenya?<\/h2>\n\n

ETA is compulsory for all visitors from abroad<\/strong> travelling to Kenya, with the exception of citizens of East African Community (EAC)<\/strong>This includes Burundi, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Somalia. It is therefore essential for nationals of other countries to prepare for this new requirement before travelling.<\/p>\n\n

How does the ETA Kenya application process work?<\/h2>\n\n

The ETA application for Kenya will be made via a government portal, as well as a mobile application called \"Kenya Travel Authorization<\/strong>. Here are the steps to follow to submit your application :<\/p>\n\n