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title: Kenya visa for citizens of Burkina Faso
description: "Citizens of Burkina Faso don't need a visa for Kenya but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $30. Processing: 2–3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Kenya visa for citizens of Burkina Faso

Citizens of Burkina Faso don't need a visa for Kenya but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.etakenya.go.ke

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 2–3 days
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements or proof of sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official Kenya eTA portal** — Go to https://www.etakenya.go.ke and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, and proof of funds.
4. **Pay the eTA fee** — Pay the USD 30 government fee online via credit/debit card.
5. **Receive eTA via email** — Processing takes 2–7 business days; eTA is sent to your email.
6. **Print or save the eTA** — Carry a printed or digital copy for presentation upon arrival in Kenya.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio-data page** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Recent passport-sized photograph** (Identity): White background, taken within last 6 months.
- **Travel itinerary (return flight booking)** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return ticket.
- **Accommodation booking** (Travel): Hotel reservation or letter of invitation from host.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or credit card statements for last 3 months.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required if traveling from or through an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- bank statements
- credit card statements

Sufficient funds for the duration of stay (typically at least $100 per day).

## Good to know

- eTA does not guarantee entry; final decision rests with immigration officers at the port of entry.
- Ensure all information matches your passport exactly to avoid rejection.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inaccurate application** — Double-check all fields and upload all required documents.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew your passport before applying.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violations** — Disclose any relevant history honestly; consult the embassy if unsure.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Kenya?

Citizens of Burkina Faso don't need a visa for Kenya but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: eTA · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Burkina Faso stay in Kenya?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Kenya visa cost for citizens of Burkina Faso?

Government fee: $30.

### How long does Kenya visa processing take?

Typically 2–3 days.

### What documents do citizens of Burkina Faso need for Kenya?

Passport bio-data page; Recent passport-sized photograph; Travel itinerary (return flight booking); Accommodation booking; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

### How long must my passport be valid for Kenya?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.etakenya.go.ke

## Sources

- [etakenya.go.ke](https://www.etakenya.go.ke)

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