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Kenya visa requirements for citizens of France.

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No visa — but citizens of France typically need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) for Kenya, applied for online before travel.

Electronic Travel Authorisation required

Routes for Kenya last verified 14 Jun 2026 against official sources.

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Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) — Visitor / Tourism: 6 required documents — see the checklist.

Beyond short stays

Other ways into Kenya for citizens of France.

Study & Training

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Kenya Student / Research / Internship PassGov fee $100

Work & Self-Employment

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Kenya Work Permit Class N (Digital Nomad)Gov fee $200
Class G Permit (specific trade, business or consultancy)Available
Kenya Work Permit Class C (Prescribed Profession)Gov fee KES 20,000
Kenya Work Permit Class D (Specific Employment)Gov fee KES 20,000
+1 more in the full guide

Invest & Capital

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Class K Permit (Ordinary Resident)Available
Kenya Work Permit Class B (Agriculture and Animal Husbandry)Gov fee KES 20,000
Kenya Work Permit Class A (Prospecting and Mining)Gov fee KES 20,000
Kenya Work Permit Class F (Specific Manufacturing)Gov fee KES 20,000
+1 more in the full guide

Retire & Lifestyle

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Kenya Work Permit Class K (Ordinary Resident — Private Means / Retirement)Gov fee KES 20,000

Family & Origin

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Kenya Dependant's PassGov fee KES 20,000

Special Categories

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Kenya Work Permit Class I (Approved Religious Activities / Missionary)Gov fee KES 20,000
Kenya Work Permit Class M (Refugees)
Kenya Permanent Residence (Lawful Residents — Category B)Gov fee KES 50,000

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