Thursday, January 23, 2025 In an exciting step toward promoting travel and unity across Africa, Kenya has announced the abolition of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for citizens of several African nations. This change, which will soon take effect, includes travelers from South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Mauritius, Seychelles, Rwanda, Morocco, and Algeria, making travel to Kenya smoother and more accessible than ever before. If you’ve ever faced the hassle of getting travel authorization for a quick trip, you’ll know how tedious it can be.
The ETA system, introduced last year as a modern replacement for visas, quickly became unpopular. Many travelers saw it as little more than a digital visa in disguise. Now, Kenya is hitting the reset button.
By scrapping the ETA for most African countries, the government is signaling its commitment to making travel seamless while boosting tourism and regional cooperation. Citizens of South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Mauritius, Seychelles, Rwanda, Morocco, and Algeria — along with travelers from dozens of other African nations — can now visit Kenya for up to two months without needing prior travel authorization. For East African Community (EAC) members like Rwanda, the deal is even sweeter, with extended stays of up to six months, a nod to regional integration efforts.
This is a game-changer for African travelers. Picture booking your flight to Kenya and simply packing your bags without the headache of pre-trip paperwork. Whethe.