Kenya Visa for German Citizens
Deutsche Staatsbürger benötigen eine elektronische Reisegenehmigung (eTA) für Kenia. German citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to visit Kenya. The Standard eTA costs $30 USD (approximately €28) for a single entry, valid for 90 days. Germans have long been among the top safari visitors to Kenya. Condor operates seasonal direct flights from Frankfurt, while Lufthansa connects via Addis Ababa.
Visa At a Glance
- Visa Type
- Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
- Best Option
- Standard eTA
- Cost
- $30
- Processing
- 2-5 days
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entries
- Single
E-Visa Application
RecommendedCost
$30
Processing
2-5 business days
Stay Permitted
90 days
Entries
Single
How to Apply for E-Visa
Go to etakenya.go.ke and create account
Select 'Standard eTA' for single entry ($30 USD)
Fill in application form
Upload passport photo (JPEG, 500x500px)
Upload passport bio page scan (Reisepass)
Upload return/onward flight ticket
Upload hotel booking or safari itinerary
Pay $30 USD via credit card
Wait 2-5 business days for approval
Download eTA approval
Requirements
E-Visa Documents
- Valid German passport (Reisepass, 6+ months validity)
- Passport-size photo (digital, white background)
- Scanned passport bio page
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Credit card for payment (USD)
Passport Requirements
- Validity: At least 6 months beyond entry date
- Blank Pages: At least 2 blank pages
- Condition: Good condition, no damage
East Africa Tourist Visa
Visiting multiple East African countries? The East Africa Tourist Visa might be a better option.
Cost
$
Validity
days
Entries
Multiple
Countries
Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda
When to choose:
At Immigration
What to Present
- •German passport (Reisepass)
- •Printed or digital eTA approval
- •Return flight ticket
- •Accommodation details
Tips
- •Have documents ready
- •Know your accommodation name
- •Yellow fever not required from Germany
- •Digital eTA on phone accepted
Typical processing time: 10-20 minutes with eTA
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not applying for eTA before travel (kein Visum bei Ankunft)
- Applying too late
- Using unofficial visa websites
- Passport validity less than 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Brauchen Deutsche ein Visum für Kenia?
Ja, deutsche Staatsbürger benötigen eine elektronische Reisegenehmigung (eTA). Die Standard-eTA kostet $30 USD (ca. €28) für 90 Tage.
Do German citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Yes, German citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). The Standard eTA costs $30 USD (about €28) for 90 days.
How much is Kenya eTA for Germans?
Standard eTA is $30 USD (about €28). One-year multi-entry is $300 USD (about €280).
Can Germans get Kenya visa on arrival?
No. Kenya no longer offers visa on arrival. Apply online at etakenya.go.ke before travel.
Are there direct flights from Germany to Kenya?
Condor offers seasonal direct flights Frankfurt to Mombasa. Otherwise, KLM via Amsterdam and Turkish via Istanbul are popular options.