Kenya Visa for French Citizens
French passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Kenya, but not a full visa.
All visitors to Kenya who are not exempt must apply for an eTA online before travel at https://etakenya.go.ke. Types and fees: Transit eTA $20; Standard eTA (single entry) $30; One Year Multi-Entry eTA $300; Five Year Multi-Entry eTA $185 (for US nationals only). Processing time capped at 72 hours (expedited option introduced 2025). Somalia and Libya are excluded from the African 60-day exemption bloc and must use the eTA. The eTA replaced prior visa-on-arrival and e-visa categories - there is no longer a separate visa-on-arrival or e-visa system.
evisa.go.ke ↗How French citizens apply for a Kenya visa
- → Apply online for the eTA before you travel; approval is usually quick.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Kenya visa types
Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
Tourism, business visits, transit
Work Permit (Class G)
Employment in Kenya
Student Pass
Full-time study at Kenyan educational institutions
Kenya visa for France citizens — FAQ
Do French citizens need a visa for Kenya?
French passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Kenya, but not a full visa.
What documents do French citizens need for Kenya?
A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Kenya visa category. Always confirm with the official source.
Related visa requirements
For French citizens