Kenya eTA Fees
Plan your Kenya eTA application with a clear picture of the costs involved. This page covers the fee structure, processing options, payment methods, and what your service fee includes.
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Kenya eTA Processing Times and Fee
Choose a processing option based on your travel date.
Normal Processing
- Processing Time: 3-5 Days.
- Cost: No extra cost is charged.
- Best for: Applicants who have applied well before their travel dates.
Rush Processing
- Processing Time: 2 - 3 Days.
- Cost: $59
- Best for: Travellers with upcoming travel dates.
Super Rush Processing
- Processing Time: 1 - 2 Days
- Cost: $99
- Best for: Travellers with urgent travel needs.
Kenya eTA Total Cost Breakdown
When applying for a Kenya eTA, the total amount paid may include three parts:
- eTA Cost: The charge set by Kenyan authorities for issuing your eTA.
- Service Fee: Covers the support provided throughout the application process.
- Processing Speed Fee: An extra charge for choosing Rush or Super Rush processing.
Kenya eTA Total Fee = eTA Cost + Service Fee + Expedited Processing Fee (if selected)
What the Service Fee Covers
Your service fee funds the support you receive throughout the application. Here is what it includes:
Application guidance
to help complete the form correctly.
Application review
before submission.
Updates
if there are changes to the document or eligibility requirements.
Ongoing support
for questions that may come up during processing.
Payment Methods for Kenya eTA
When you reach the checkout stage, you can choose the payment method that works best for you. Available options include:
- Debit or Credit Card: Most applicants can pay by card. Make sure your card is enabled for international transactions.
- PayPal: Available to some applicants, depending on nationality and availability at checkout.
- Cryptocurrency: Available to most applicants as a payment option at checkout.
All payments are handled through secure payment systems.
Key Points to Note
Read these points before completing your payment.
- Fees are non-refundable. Once submitted, the eTA fee is not returned-even if your application is not approved.
- No cash payments. The Kenya eTA fee cannot be paid in person or by cash under any circumstances.
- Bank charges may apply. Your card provider or bank may apply currency conversion or international transaction fees. These are separate from your eTA fee.
- Accuracy matters. Incomplete or incorrect details can delay your application. Review all entries before submitting.
- Additional documents may be requested. In some cases, the processing authority may ask for supporting materials during review.
- Respect your permitted stay. Overstaying your allowed duration in Kenya may result in fines or legal consequences.
FAQs
Yes. A different payment method can be selected at checkout before completing the payment.
Yes. A payment confirmation is sent to the registered email address once the payment is successful.
If the payment fails, check your card (Debit/Credit) card is enabled for doing international transactions. Even after doing so, the transaction fails; try paying the fee with any other valid card or payment method.
Content Disclaimer: Information on this page is current as of August 2026. Applicants should verify all travel and entry requirements with the relevant authorities and carriers before travelling.