Kenya presents a fusion of amusing wildlife, national parks, endless fun and exhilarating adventure to worldwide travellers, including Belgian citizens. The impeccable beaches of Kenya will instil a soothing effect upon your soul, and it's warm people, delicious meal, and thrilling game drive will extensively cheer you up. If you are a Belgian and haven’t travelled to Kenya yet? Plan your visit to Kenya with the help of the information gathered, especially for Belgium nationals below.

Can I Travel To Kenya From Belgium?

Belgian citizens who have planned a trip to Kenya first need to acquire a eTA to enter the country.

The Kenyan government issues eTA to the nationals of eligible countries, including Belgium, through an online system by electronically linking the eTA with the passports of Belgian travellers, apply Kenya e eTA from Belgium .

What Is Kenya eTA For Belgian Citizens?

Kenya grants eTA to welcome Belgian nationals to visit the country and enjoy what it offers. The Kenya eTA authorizes the Belgium nationals to visit the country legally.

Luckily, the process of eTA application has become easy and quicker than before by the introduction of the eTA system in Kenya. You do not need to visit embassies or consulates and become part of an overtired and time-consuming process to obtain your eTA. Instead, you can apply for your eTA online from anywhere you want, provided you should have a few required documents at the moment of making the application.

What Are Kenya eTA Options For Belgian Applicants?

Single Entry Visit:

Kenya has specified a single entry eTA for Belgian citizens. The single entry eTA allows you to visit Kenya for tourism, business, medical reasons or other purposes.

You can cross the borders of Kenya a single time using this eTA. If your visit requires you to leave Kenya, travel to any other country and revisit Kenya, you need to apply for a new Kenya eTA.

Transit eTA:

Kenya also allows Belgium nationals to connect their flights through Kenya, without a eTA, provided that their visit does not exceed 72 hours or three days or they do not need to leave the airport.

If you are transiting via Kenya and your stay is within the limit of 72 hours, but you have to leave the airport, in this case, you must acquire a Kenya Transit eTA.

For How Long Can Belgian Nationals Stay In Kenya?

If you are a Kenya single entry eTA holder, you can stay for up to 90 days or three months starting from the date of eTA issuance. You should enter Kenya within this validity period, or upon exceeding the validity of your eTA, you will require a new eTA to travel to Kenya.

If 90 days are not enough according to your visit nature, you can avail yourself the chance to extend your eTA.

What are Kenya eTA Requirements for Belgium Citizens?

Before planning for your trip to Kenya, you must know the requirements from Kenyan Government to start a hassle-free eTA application. Collect the following documents:

• A valid Belgium Passport. Your passport must be up to date and valid for at least six months, starting from the date you arrive in Kenya. It should have at least two blank pages so that the immigration officers have sufficient space for stamping.

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• A digital passport size photograph. Your photo should be coloured and recent, not older than six months. It should clearly show your facial features, positioned in the centre of the photo.

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• A rough travel itinerary in Kenya. It should cover a brief explanation of your excursion planning, accommodation proof and an onward ticket to ensure you have no intention to overstay your eTA.

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• An active email address. You must have an active email address to stay connected with the officials. Also, you will receive the final Kenya eTA in your mail.

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• A valid payment mode. You must possess a debit card or credit card to make payment of the eTA processing fee.

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Note that the list of required documents may vary according to your eTA type.

Once you have gathered all the documents, satisfying the required criteria, you are ready to start the online application and provide the necessary information.

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How To Apply For A Kenya eTA As National Of Belgium?

Getting a Kenya eTA involves three easy steps: filling out the application, uploading required documents, paying the eTA fee, and waiting for your eTA approval.

The Kenya online eTA application requires you to provide :

• Personal information (full name, date of birth, or nationality).

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• Contact information (email and residential address).

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• Passport information (passport number and expiration date)

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• Travel information, etc.

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Then you need to upload the required documents.

At this stage, you should review all the provided information and match it from your official documents. Any ambiguity or discrepancy in your data may lead to delays or rejection of your eTA.

You can complete this whole process within one hour from the comfort of your home.

At the end of the application, you need to pay the eTA application processing fee using your credit or debit card and wait for your eTA notification in your email.

What Is The Average Processing Time For Kenya eTA?

On average, it takes 2-4 business days to process your eTA. It may take a bit longer, 4-6 business days, depending upon the demand and time. It is best practice to apply for an eTA in advance.

When you receive your eTA, you must take a print out of your eTA to show it to immigration officers at the border crossing.

Can Belgium Traveller Get A eTA On Arrival To Kenya?

As of January 2021, Kenyan authorities set it mandatory for travellers from all eligible countries to apply for an eTA to enter the country, which eventually means that Kenya is not granting eTA on arrivals. However, you may check for the recent updates before you plan your trip to Kenya.

How Can Belgians Apply For A Kenya eTA Extension?

Kenya extends the eTA upon the request of the applicants holding a valid Kenyan eTA for 90 days. You can make a eTA extension request by physically attending the Immigration office in Nairobi.

Kenya Embassy and Consulate in Belgium