Data verified
Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Kenya. Fee: USD 50 (~USD 50). Processing: 3 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eTA required (replaced eVisa Jan 2024). Fee: USD 32.50 (~BDT 3,800). Apply at least 3 days before travel. 90-day stay.
Visa types: Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA, replacing eVisa from Jan 2024) — required for all visitors including previously visa-free; Tourist Visa categories within eTA; East Africa Tourist Visa (USD 100, Kenya+Uganda+Rwanda); Business eTA; Student Visa; Work Permit; Transit; Diplomatic/Official.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
eTA Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 90 days (single).
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Online eTA application at etakenya.go.ke; Recent digital photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking OR host address; Bank statement (USD 100/day recommended); Yellow Fever vaccination (MANDATORY); Travel insurance; For East Africa Tourist Visa: itinerary covering Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda; For Business: invitation from Kenyan company.
Visa types (2)
eTA required (replaced eVisa Jan 2024). Fee: USD 32.50 (~BDT 3,800). Apply at least 3 days before travel. 90-day stay.
Kenya eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) for Business — Kenya replaced eVisa with eTA system in January 2024. Now applies to ALL visitors including BD nationals. Tourism, conferences, regional commercial hub for East Africa.
Common rejection reasons
Common BD rejections at eTA: (1) Yellow Fever vaccination MANDATORY (often missed); (2) Inadequate hotel/accommodation proof; (3) Apply at least 3 working days before travel; (4) For East Africa Tourist Visa (USD 100): coherent Kenya+Uganda+Rwanda itinerary required; (5) eTA replaced previous visa system Jan 2024 - confusion common.
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