Electronic Travel Authorisation Stories

Kenyan passport's status drops slightly in latest Henley Index global ranking
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 10, 2025

Despite the drop, Kenya's passport remains relatively strong within the African continent, ranking eighth in the region.

PS Bitok: State to hasten processing of dual citizenship requests for Kenyan diaspora
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 13, 2024

The PS noted that the policy aims to encourage those who migrated abroad and acquired other nationalities to invest more in Kenya.

Senators launch probe into Kenya's visa-free system
Barack Oduor  |  May 30, 2024

The review will also unearth the revenue generated by the government since the commencement of the policy on January 1, 2024.

Government to increase number of passports, IDs issued yearly
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2024

PS Bitok revealed that two new passport printing machines have been delivered for installation in Nyayo House.

Kenya records 40 per cent rise in foreign visitors after abolishing visa requirement
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 07, 2024

Immigration and Citizen Services PS Julius Bitok now says that the country has received more than 350,000 visitors to the country since the new policy...

Kenyan Government processes 4,046 visas after Electronic Travel Authorisation rollout
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Jan 07, 2024

The ETA fee has been set at $30, reduced from the previous $50 visa fee.

Stay ahead of the news! Click ‘Yes, Thanks’ to receive breaking stories and exclusive updates directly to your device. Be the first to know what’s happening.