Does a Canadian Need a Visa to Visit Kenya?

NO. Canadian citizens who want to visit Kenya must obtain an ETA before traveling because they are on the exemption list of Kenya visas. To expedite and simplify the visa application process, the Kenyan Government has launched an electronic travel authorization system for many countries in the world, including Canada. Travelers from Canada now can apply for a Kenya ETA from anywhere using a smart device that is connected to the Internet. .

If you are a citizen of Canada, you can take advantage of an electronic travel authorization to travel to Kenya for tourism, medical, or business reasons. The visa application process is completed entirely online and takes you a maximum of 15 minutes.

Kenya ETA for Canadian citizens is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance and divided into 3 categories:

Tourist ETA: This is a single entry visa issued to Canadian travelers whose purpose of the visit is to enjoy the landscapes and culture in Kenya. It permits a 90-day stay from the arrival date and can be extended.
Business ETA: granted for Canadian nationals who want to visit Kenya for business purposes. Holders of this visa can enter the country once and stay there for up to 90 days from the date of entry.
Transit ETA: Transiting through Kenya en route to other destinations is possible with transit ETA. Canadian citizens can have a 03-day layover in Kenya and explore what this country has to offer.