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Kenya visa for Bangladeshis

Kenya no longer issues stamped visas to most visitors. Travellers need an approved Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before the journey, applied for on the official portal etakenya.go.ke. The portal states the standard fee, three working day processing and the document list; we did not find an official page that names Bangladesh separately, so we treat it as an eTA country. Last checked 31 October 2026.

Quick answer: Visa needed?: An approved eTA is required before travel for all foreign visitors, including infants and children. No Bangladesh exemption was found.. Where to apply: Online only at the official portal etakenya.go.ke. Each traveller needs their own eTA; someone may apply for you if the form says so.. Confirm before you pay.

Official source checkedLast checked: 31 October 2026Kenya eTA (online, etakenya.go.ke)

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VISA NEEDED?

An approved eTA is required before travel for all foreign visitors, including infants and children. No Bangladesh exemption was found.

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WHERE TO APPLY

Online only at the official portal etakenya.go.ke. Each traveller needs their own eTA; someone may apply for you if the form says so.

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GOVERNMENT FEE

Standard eTA starts at USD 30. Expedited (immediate) processing costs an extra USD 100.

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OTHER CHARGE

A Civil Aviation Authority notice lists a separate USD 4.95 API/PNR fee per passenger per international segment (paid with the ticket).

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PROCESSING TIME

About 3 working days (up to 72 hours), sometimes longer. Apply well ahead.

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VALIDITY

The eTA is valid for travel within 90 days of issue. Length of stay is decided at entry.

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PASSPORT VALIDITY

At least 6 months after the planned arrival date, with at least one blank page.

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PHOTO

Selfie or passport-type photo. The portal gives no size or background rule.

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YELLOW FEVER

Not stated on the eTA pages. The portal asks for vaccination or test certificates 'if applicable'. Rules depend on your travel history; confirm.

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TRANSIT

Some third-party sites say Bangladeshis need a transit eTA even when changing planes. Not confirmed officially.

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How to apply

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Apply on etakenya.go.ke. Fill in the form, upload your passport details and photo, add your itinerary and accommodation, pay by card and wait for the approval by email.
Apply before you buy non-refundable plans. The portal says processing is three working days but may take longer. Expedited processing exists for an extra USD 100.
Beware of look-alike sites that add large service fees. Only etakenya.go.ke is the official Kenya portal.

Total cost

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Government fee: USD 30 standard (official). Expedited adds USD 100 (official). Card or bank charges and a possible USD 4.95 airline API/PNR fee may apply on top.
Travel Counsellor Ltd. service charge, if you use our help, is separate and quoted by our office in BDT.

Health and entry

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Yellow-fever rules depend on whether you have passed through a risk country. Carry a certificate if your route requires it and confirm with our office before travel.
Immigration officers decide the permitted stay at the border. Carry your return ticket, hotel booking and proof of funds.

Where to apply: receiving authority

Kenya eTA portal (State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services)

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Address: Online application; no counter in Dhaka

Phone: +254 717 436 070

Hours: Apply online at any time

Website: etakenya.go.ke

Apply, pay and receive the eTA by email. WhatsApp support +254 110 922 064 is listed on the portal. We did not verify a Kenyan mission in Dhaka.

Offices, hours and appointment rules change. Check the official website or ask us before you go.

Document checklist

Documents change by visa type and profile. Our counsellor confirms your exact list.

All applicants (official eTA list)

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Passport valid at least 6 months after arrival, with a blank page
Selfie or passport-type photo
Email address and phone number
Arrival and departure itinerary
Accommodation booking confirmation (genuine booking)
Credit or debit card for payment

Business travellers

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Company invitation letter and a copy of the company registration
Plus the core documents above

Visiting family or friends

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Invitation letter from the host
Host's ID, passport, alien card or entry permit
Plus the core documents above

Conference, medical or employment

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Conference: invitation or participation letter
Medical: letter or appointment letter from the doctor or hospital
Employment: employment contract

Students, employed, self-employed, retired (supporting papers)

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Not required by the eTA page. Bring job letter or trade licence, bank statement and NID as supporting evidence at the border. Confirm with our office.

Health

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Yellow fever certificate if your route requires it

Things to watch

Fee, processing time and document list are from etakenya.go.ke. Bangladesh-specific rules, transit and yellow fever were not confirmed.
Use only etakenya.go.ke. Look-alike sites charge much more.
Travel Counsellor Ltd. is a private consultancy, not an embassy. Decisions rest with the Kenyan immigration authorities.
No approval is guaranteed and fees can change.

Frequently asked questions

Do Bangladeshis need a visa for Kenya?

Kenya requires an approved eTA before travel for all foreign visitors. Apply at etakenya.go.ke.

How much is the Kenya eTA?

The official portal says the standard eTA starts at USD 30, with immediate processing costing an extra USD 100.

How long does it take?

The portal says about three working days (up to 72 hours), and sometimes longer.

Is approval guaranteed?

No. The Kenyan authorities decide, and fees and rules can change.

Sources

Visa decisions are made by the issuing authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.