Kenya
- Type of Visa: Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) (visa-on-arrival is no longer available.)
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Document Requirements - Valid Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival and have at least one blank page for entry/exit stamps.
- Recent Photograph: Digital passport-style photo for uploading with the application.
- Travel Itinerary:Flight details including arrival and departure (return or onward ticket recommended).
- Proof of Accommodation:Hotel booking, lodge reservation, or invitation letter if staying with friends/family.
- Proof of Sufficient Funds:Recent bank statements or evidence of funds to support your trip.
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How to apply - Visit the official Kenya eTA portal (e.g., https://etakenya.go.ke)
- Create account and complete the online application form with your personal, passport, travel, and accommodation information.
- Upload required documents and pay ETA fees
- Processing time: 3-5 working days
- Visa Fees : Approx INR 3500
- Vaccination: Yellow Fever (Mandatory)
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Important Note - Always carry the printed eTA approval along with your passport at check-in and immigration.
- Immigration officers may ask for return/onward ticket and hotel details upon arrival.
- Yellow fever vaccination may be requested
Tanzania
- Type of Visa: E-Visa
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Document Requirements - Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival, with blank pages.
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Completed online application form.
- Flight itinerary / confirmed return ticket.
- Proof of accommodation (hotel/reservation details).
- Yellow Fever vaccination certificate
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How to apply - Apply on Official Tanzania Immigration portal www.immigration.go.tz
- Processing time: 10–15 business days
- Visa Fees : Approx INR 9000
- Vaccination: Yellow Fever (Mandatory)
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Important Note - Carry printed copies of eVisa approval, hotel bookings, return ticket, and vaccination certificate when travelling.
Visa Rejection Reasons
Common Reasons for Rejection:
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Insufficient financial proof.
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Lack of strong ties to home country.
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Incomplete or false documentation.
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Suspicious travel history or security concerns.