Kenya offers an exhilarating journey brimming with gigantic adventures to all daring travellers. Worldwide visitors chose Kenya for spending their holidays for its jaw-dropping beauty and the holistic manifestation of nature, topped by lifegiving exposure to the wildlife, especially the big five. If you want to become one of those travellers, don't hesitate to plan an everlasting trip to Kenya and get ready to enjoy it to the utmost and make lasting memories. In the text below, we have gathered all relevant information for you as a Norwegian citizen regarding Kenya visa procedure and requirements.

Do Norwegian Citizens Need a Visa to Travel to Kenya?

Kenya has set it mandatory for nationals of Norway to acquire a visa before they can visit Kenya, but Norwegian citizens do not need to apply for any consular visa. Instead, the Kenyan authority has introduced the online eVisa system to facilitate the visitors apply Kenya eVisa from Norway.

Now it is easier and quicker for Norwegian citizens to get their eVisa by filling out an online visa application form, attach a few required documents, pay the visa fee, and receive your eVisa in your mailbox.

What is Kenyan e Visa for Nationals of Norway?

A Kenyan eVisa is a visa electronically linked to your passport. It legally authorizes the citizens of Norway to enter Kenya freely and stay there for a specific allowed period.

There is no need to visit diplomatic offices or consulates, stand in queues, and underpass a tiring process for attaining the eVisa.

How Long can Norweigan Travellers Stay in Kenya?

If you are a Norweigan passport holder, you can stay in Kenya for up to 90 consecutive days. In addition, if you request a visa extension, they can get permission to spend another 90 days exploring the world of Kenya.

How can I Apply for a Kenya Visa Extension as a Norweigan Citizen?

Norwegian travellers can apply for a kenya visa extension while in Kenya by physically appearing at the Headquarters of the Immigration Office, Nairobi.

Can Nationals of Norway Get a Kenya Visa on Arrival?

As of January 2021, Kenya has made it obligatory for travellers from all eligible countries to apply for an eVisa through an entirely online process if they want to visit Kenya. Therefore, it is not possible to attain a visa on arrival in Kenya.

However, check for the most recent updates before you plan your trip to Kenya.

What are the Prerequisites for Filling out the Kenyan Visa Application?

The Kenyan online visa application form is trouble-free for Norwegians. All you need to have before hands are:

• A good and stable internet connection

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• Any smart gadget

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• A valid email address

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• All the required documents

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• A working credit or debit card to pay the visa processing fee

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What are the Required Documents for Kenya E Visa for Norweigan Visitors?

You should collect the following documents before applying for Kenya eVisa.

• A valid passport with expiry beyond six months after you enter Kenya

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• A coloured photograph, taken within the last six months and must reflect your current appearance.

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• Travel itineraries will include your excursion plans, onward or return tickets, accommodation proof, etc.

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Please note, depending upon the purpose of the trip, you may require a few additional documents for kenya visa such as invitation letters, host ID, company registration proof, etc.

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What is the Available Kenya Visa Choice for Norwegian Citizens?

Kenya permits a single entry to all travellers from Norway, which means you can enter Kenya on the Single Entry eVisa only once. You will always require a fresh visa to enter Kenya.

This visa includes different purposes such as visiting friends and family, tourism, business, medical reasons, etc.

How to Acquire a Kenyan Evisa as a Norwegian Citizen?

Applicants for Kenya eVisa from Norway can obtain it by a smooth and swift online process. It would take approximately one hour or even less to complete the application.

The application form has a series of questions, mainly on personal details (name, date of birth), contact information (residence, email address), passport details (important information on the biographical page), travel plans (places you would be visiting in Kenya). All Norwegians should ensure that the provided data must be accurate and the same as in your official documents like passport. Any ambiguous, misleading, or incorrect data can cause delays in the visa processing or result in visa refusal.

After rechecking all fields, you may upload the documents, pay the visa fee, and finally submit your application.

How Long should I Wait for Kenya Evisa Approval?

In 2-3 business days, you should receive the soft copy of eVisa in your mailbox. In rare cases, it may take 4-6 business days. However, if you apply for eVisa in good time before the intended date you will enter Kenya, it would balance the unwanted delays and not ruin your plannings.

You should keep a hard copy of your eVisa when travelling to Kenya, as immigration officers can demand it anytime.

What Is a Kenya Transit Visa?

If you need to have a brief stay in Kenya on your way to a third country and you would like to leave the airport premises, you can apply for a kenya transit visa, as long as you do not exceed your above 72 hours.

However, if you don't want to leave the airport, you can transit via Kenya visa-free, provided you do not stay longer than 72 hours.

Do Norwegians need a Vaccination for Kenya?

Kenyan Authorities may require you to present a certificate against Yellow fever. Local health and hygiene conditions in Kenya are not up to the mark. We recommend you to eat and drink clean and healthy throughout your stay in Kenya.