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Policy · KenyaPassport Atlas
China passport to Kenya
The matrix records an eTA for Chinese passports to Kenya, typically 90 days. Apply on the official platform before you board. Snapshot 2026-10.
Short answer: China passport holders don't need a visa for Kenya, but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) before departure; stays of up to 90 days.
Avoid fake eTA sites. The permit must match the passport. Tourism is not work.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
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Key facts
- Kenya lets 198 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — China is one of them.
- China passports get “eTA” at 3 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Kenya passports get “Visa required” in China.
Nearby passports travelling to Kenya
Open to China passports near Kenya
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 2 blank visa pages
- Photo spec35 × 45 mm
Flights, eSIM and insurance are third-party. Visatu does not take payment.
Flight corridor
Direct flights
ChinaKenya- Typical duration
- 11 hours
- From
- CAN
- To
- NBO
Airlines China Southern Airlines, Kenya Airways
Search live faresDuration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
China
Country profile
Capital
Beijing
Population
1.41 billion
Area
9,596,960 km²
Currency
Chinese yuan CNY
Languages
Chinese
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
1.6 million · 2024
Migrant share
0.1%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Han Chinese91.1%
- ethnic minorities8.9%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Kenya
Country profile
Capital
Nairobi
Population
53.3 million
Area
582,650 km²
Currency
Kenyan shilling KES
Languages
English, Swahili
Time zone
UTC+03:00
Foreign-born
992,536 · 2024
Migrant share
1.8%
Ethnic groups · 2019
- Kikuyu17.1%
- Luhya14.3%
- Kalenjin13.4%
- Luo10.7%
- Kamba9.8%
- other8.2%
- Other26.5%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type G
Mains
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Left
Emergency
Police 999 · Ambulance 999
Dialing code
+254
Airports
NBO · MBA · WJR · WIL
Highlights
- Maasai Mara
- Amboseli
- Lamu Old Town
- Nairobi National Park
China · eTA
FAQ
Does a China passport need a visa for Kenya?
The matrix records an eTA for Chinese passports to Kenya, typically 90 days. Apply on the official platform before you board.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 90 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Kenya typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 2 blank visa pages. Photo spec is often 35 × 45 mm. Confirm with a Kenya mission.
What about a Kenya passport entering China?
The reverse result is “Visa required”.
How do you apply for Kenya as a visitor?
Kenya ETA：Often 90 days。Approval at etakenya.go.ke before boarding, checked on arrival.