# Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Kenya?

No visa is needed, but United Kingdom passport holders must get an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Kenya.

- Entry status: ETA
- Last updated: 10 November 2026
- Page: https://edenpax.com/passport/united-kingdom/to/kenya

## Before you go

- Apply online for electronic travel authorisation before travel; authorities recommend applying at least 2 weeks before departure.
- Passport must expire at least 6 months after arrival and have 2 blank pages.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required when arriving from a transmission-risk country.
- ETA applicants must buy the insurance during the application process; foreign travel insurance is not accepted instead.

## Related

- [Everywhere the United Kingdom passport can go](https://edenpax.com/passport/united-kingdom)
- [Every passport visiting Kenya](https://edenpax.com/destination/visiting-kenya)