Kenya is a dream destination with guaranteed exhilarating experiences. The blend of nature, wildlife, culture, sports, and resorts makes Kenya stand out among other tourist choices. If you are a Japanese citizen and looking for a holiday spot, you must consider Kenya. Mind that most Kenyans are warm and friendly people, and they won’t let you spend any day without amazing adventures. The walking wildlife, coastal beaches, hot deserts, scenic forests, and splashy beaches all await your arrival in the remarkable land of Kenya.

Aren’t you inspired to visit this wonderful country? Luckily, grabbing a ETA for Kenya has also become easier for Japanese citizens by online procedures. It is a prerequisite to finding out about the entire process, document requirements, allowed days for your stay, etc. Below, we have gathered all relevant information about Kenyan ETA for Japanese Citizens. Before applying for Kenya ETA from Japan and planning your trip, you must go through them.

Do Japanese Citizens Need Kenyan ETA?

Kenya requires all Japanese citizens to possess a valid ETA before they can enter the country. Kenya currently issues eTA to the visitors intending to visit the country.

If you plan to carry your children, spouse, or family along with you to Kenya, you need to apply for an eTA for every individual separately. The individual application follows a separate ETA application fee.

For children under 16, you don’t need to submit a ETA fee.

What Is The Kenya eTA For Japanese Citizens?

It is a travel document that permits the nationals of Japan to enter Kenya legally. eTA is a travel document that electronically links with your passport. You can acquire an eTA by the comfort of your homes, eliminating the need to visit embassies or consulates. Just take out approximately one hour from your busy schedule and apply for the Kenyan eTA.

What are the Required Documents for Japanese Citizens?

When you apply for the Kenyan eTA, the process requires you to upload a copy of a few documents. You should take out and prepare those documents in advance. In this way, you will be easily able to complete your application form without pauses or distractions.

The following are the requirements for Japanese citizens by Kenyan authorities.

• A valid passport

  You must be a holder of a valid and up to date Japanese passport. Your passport should not have a close expiry. At least, it must have a validity of six months from the intended date of entry. It would be better if it contains at least one blank page for stamping purposes.

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• Passport details

  In the application form, you will need to provide your passport information, which includes your passport number, nationality, date of birth, passport expiry, and so on.

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• A digital biometric photograph

  You need to upload a digital and coloured photo of yourself. Your photograph should be a recent one, not older than six months.

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• Travel itinerary

  The application process may require you to submit your travel itineraries, including your planned activities, proof of accommodations, air tickets, or other supporting documents.

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• An onward ticket

  You may need to show up your ticket for getting back home or to any other next destination. This formality is for a precautionary reason, as authorities would not like you to overstay your trip illegally in Kenya. However, you can increase your allowed stay in Kenya by applying for a eTA extension.

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• A card for payment

  You should have a debit or credit card to pay for your Kenyan eTA fee.

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How to Apply for a Kenyan eTA from Japan?

For acquiring a Kenyan eTA, Japanese citizens need to fill out an entirely online application form. The application form requires you to provide personal and travel-related information, upload documents, pay the eTA fee and submit it.

Most commonly, the eTA application will require you to fill in your personal details, including full name, date of birth, contact information. It also asks for passport information, including passport number, date of issuance and expiry, nationality, and travel plans, including activities, hotel information, etc. Consecutively, you need to upload your photograph and passport copy.

Before paying the fee, you must review all the provided information in your application form. All information must be accurate and the same as in your passport or other official documents. Applications with incomplete data will face rejection. You should provide no ambiguity to the authorities to get a hassle-free eTA without delays.

When you have reviewed everything, you should pay the eTA fee and then wait for the update in your email inbox. Upon approval, the Kenyan authorities will send a soft copy of the eTA to your email. You must take a print out of it, as the immigration officer may check it at the point of entry. It takes at least 2-3 business days for processing your eTA, but this may vary according to demand and other factors.

However, you should play safe and apply for the eTA in advance to avoid any stress or delay.

Note: that paying the eTA fee online is safe and non-refundable at the same time, whether you visit Kenya on that eTA or not.

FAQs:

1. Can Japanese Citizens Get Kenyan eTA On Arrival VOA? 2. What is the Validity Of Kenyan eTA? 3. For How Long Can Japanese Nationals Stay In Kenya? 4. Can Japanese Citizens Overstay Their eTA? 5. Can Japanese Citizens Enter Multiple Times On Kenyan eTA? 6. Can Japanese Citizens Find Employment In Kenya On Their eTA? 7. Does Kenya Require Any Vaccine From Japanese Citizens?

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