Kenya visa for Ukrainian citizens

For Kenyan citizens planning a journey to Ukraine, a visa is indeed required, with options ranging from a transit visa for short layovers to more extensive tourist, work, or family visas, giving you flexibility based on your travel purpose. While the visa application process typically involves a fee of approximately $50 USD, remember that Ukraine observes Eastern European Time (EET), which is 2 hours ahead of Kenya's East Africa Time (EAT), so be prepared for the time difference when coordinating arrivals and departures. Direct flight routes from Nairobi are uncommon, often requiring a layover in a major European hub like Istanbul or Warsaw, so booking well in advance, especially if you aim to travel during Ukraine's spring or early autumn for the most pleasant weather, is a wise strategy.

eTA90d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
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Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
2+
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

OtherElectronic Travel Authorization (eTA) - General Visit
90d$32valid 3mo
Apply
OtherElectronic Travel Authorization (eTA) - 5-Year Multiple Entry
90dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
Apply
OtherSingle Journey Visa (legacy category)
90d$51valid 3mo
OtherMultiple Journey Visa (legacy category)
90d$101multiple-entryvalid 1y
TransitTransit Visa (legacy category)
3dvalid 3mo
TouristEast Africa Single Tourist Visa (legacy regional visa)
90dvalid 3mo
OtherCourtesy / Official Visa (legacy category)
90d$0valid 3mo
OtherOrdinary Visa (legacy visitor visa)
90d$51valid 3mo
WorkClass A Work Permit (Mining and Prospecting)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkClass B Work Permit (Agriculture and Animal Husbandry)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkClass C Work Permit (Prescribed Profession)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkClass D Work Permit (Specific Employment)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkClass F Work Permit (Specific Manufacturing)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkClass G Work Permit (Specific Trade, Business, or Consultancy)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkClass I Work Permit (Approved Religious or Charitable Activities)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
RetirementClass K Permit (Ordinary Residents – Retirement/Long‑Term Stay without Work)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
HumanitarianClass M Permit (Refugees – Residence)
365d$0multiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyDependant Pass
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
StudentStudent / Research / Internship Pass
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherSpecial Pass
90dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo

eTA $34.09; apply 90d-3d before travel. Hotel proof required.

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