Can I Fly With This?
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Flying to Kenya
Nairobi, Maasai Mara, Mombasa, Mount Kenya, Diani Beach
Kenya replaced its eVisa with an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA, $30) in January 2024 — required for ALL foreigners. Major safari destination.
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⚠️The 3 things you need to know
- eTA ($30) required before boarding — not available on arrival since Jan 2024.
- Plastic bag ban: single-use plastic bags are illegal in Kenya, including in carry-on. Fines up to $40,000.
- Ivory and bushmeat: zero tolerance, prison sentences for smuggling.
📋Visa, passport & pets
Visa
Kenya eTA $30 required for all foreigners before boarding. Apply online. · Kenya eTA ↗
Passport
6 months from entry.
✈️Major airlines flying here
⚠️ Country rules change. This page is a summary of common guidance based on official authorities cited above — always confirm with the destination embassy and your airline before flying, especially for controlled substances, restricted electronics, and biosecurity items.
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