Kenya Visa for South African citizens (2026)
If you are travelling on a South Africa passport, Kenya is reachable with an online eVisa instead of an embassy appointment. South African travellers can complete the whole Kenya application from home and receive the approval by email.
Online eVisa
Available
Government fee
range from US$65.00 to US$95.00, depending on the visa type
Processing
3 working days
Permitted stay
90 days or 3 days
Can South African citizens get a Kenya eVisa?
Kenya grants online eligibility to South African citizens across 3 visa options such as Tourist ETA (Single Entry for 90 days), Business ETA (Single Entry for 90 days), Transit ETA (Single Entry for 72 hours). Kenya currently supports Single Entry, with a permitted stay of 90 days or 3 days. Government fees range from US$65.00 to US$95.00, depending on the visa type. Standard processing is typically 3 working days, with faster options around 1 working day.
Kenya visa options for South African citizens
Single Entry for 90 days
Duration
90 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
60 days
Gov. fee
$95.00
Single Entry for 90 days
Duration
90 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
60 days
Gov. fee
$95.00
Documents and tips for South African travellers
South African passports usually need at least 30 days to six months validity beyond your stay and blank pages; verify the destination’s exact rule. Charges are in US dollars, so South African applicants should expect a ZAR conversion and confirm international payments are enabled. The most common avoidable mistake for South African citizens: overlooking blank-page or extra child-travel document requirements that apply to South African passport holders.
- Use the exact name and passport number from your South African passport.
- Travelling with minors from South Africa can involve extra documentation — check this separately if applicable.
- Keep proof of accommodation and return travel accessible for boarding checks.
Kenya visa FAQ for South African citizens
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Next steps
Visa rules can change. Confirm details with official Kenya immigration authorities close to your travel date.
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