Can UAE residents apply for a Kenya visa online?

Yes. UAE residents — including expats holding a valid UAE residence visa — can apply for a Kenya visa online through eVisas.io. The application takes under a minute and you'll receive your visa by email once approved.

What documents do UAE residents need for a Kenya visa?

You typically need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a copy of your UAE residence visa or Emirates ID, a recent passport-sized photo, and proof of return travel. eVisas.io will list the exact requirements for your nationality before you pay.

How long does it take to get a Kenya visa from the UAE?

Standard processing for most Kenya eVisas takes 3–7 business days. Express options can deliver your visa in 24–72 hours depending on visa type. Exact timelines are shown on each visa option before checkout.

Does my nationality affect the Kenya visa fee?

Yes. Kenya sets visa fees by passport nationality, not by where you live. eVisas.io automatically shows the correct government fee and service charge for your nationality once you select it.

Kenya Visa for UAE Residents

Apply online from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, or anywhere in the UAE — no embassy visit required.

Kenya replaced its visa system with the mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) — required for almost all visitors regardless of nationality. UAE residents heading to Nairobi, Mombasa, or the Maasai Mara can apply through eVisas.io with the correct fee and document set automatically configured.

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Why UAE Residents Pick Kenya

Mandatory eTA for almost all nationalities

Single-entry, valid for 90 days from arrival

eTA typically approved within 3 working days

Direct flights from Dubai to Nairobi on Emirates and Kenya Airways

Eligibility for UAE Residents

1Passport valid 6+ months from arrival

2Confirmed return ticket and accommodation in Kenya

3Yellow fever vaccination may be required depending on routing

Available Kenya Visas

Select Nationality

Pricing varies by nationality

💰 Nationality-based pricing available

30 Days Single Entry E-Visa (eTA)

💰 Multi-National Pricing

Pricing by Nationality

Indian Nationals:

AED 197.50

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Other Nationals:

AED 202.75

Select nationality to see specific price

5-6 business days

30 Days Single Entry

What's included

Single entry
90 days Validity
Digital processing

Requirements

Valid Passport (+6Months Validity)
Passport Back Page
Photo (white Background)
UAE Visa / ID

Kenya Visa for UAE Residents — FAQ

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