From 5 October 2026, most travellers visiting Kenya for less than 12 months must have Kenyan Government-provided travel health insurance. 

If you require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), you must buy this insurance as part of the application process. If you already hold a valid eTA, you must obtain the insurance through the Kenyan eCitizen insurance portal. Foreign travel insurance policies are not accepted in place of this requirement. 

The insurance is valid for 90 days and can be used for multiple entries into Kenya during that period. 

The requirement does not apply to Kenyan citizens, holders of valid Kenyan residence status, citizens of East African Community partner states, or transit passengers that are not passing through Kenyan immigration control.

Travelers should also make sure you have travel insurance that covers their individual needs.