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Kenya Postpones Visa-Free Entry: What You Need to Know

Find out why foreigners will still need visas to enter Kenya despite President Ruto's declaration. Get the latest updates on the Visa-Free Program.

Kenya recently made headlines with the announcement of visa-free entry for global visitors, but it seems the plans have hit a roadblock. Despite President William Ruto's declaration, travelers will still be required to apply for visas through Kenyan embassies. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) clarified that the visa-free travel policy is not yet in effect and foreigners will continue to apply for visas until changes in the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system are implemented.

The government's insistence on visa applications has caused confusion among travelers, advising them to follow the existing visa application process until further notice. Additionally, the state has drafted conditions for the visa-free entry regime announced by President Ruto. This delay in the implementation of the visa-free policy has drawn attention to the challenges of rolling out the Electronic Travel Authorization system.

In a surprising turn of events, Kenya now plans to implement the Visa-Free Program from January 2024, allowing global visitors to enter Kenya without visas. Despite the initial setback, the government seems determined to make this policy a reality. As the deadline approaches, travelers eagerly await the rollout of the electronic system for visa-free entry.

As the anticipation builds for the visa-free entry initiative, it highlights the complexities of transitioning from a visa-required system to a visa-free one. The government's efforts to streamline the entry process for foreigners reflect Kenya's commitment to enhancing tourism and international relations.