Passports and Visas
A valid passport is required for U.S. and Canadian citizens travelling to all international destinations. Passports must be valid for six months after the return of your journey and should also have sufficient blank visa pages for entry and exit stamps. Please note that it is the guests’ sole responsibility to acquire the appropriate valid travel documents. If you do not have the proper documentation, you may be denied boarding or entry without refund.
Many destinations also require a visa for U.S. and Canadian passport holders. The following indicates which countries require obtaining a visa before departure, or where A&K recommends obtaining a visa on arrival. If a country is not listed, a visa is not required for U.S. and Canadian passport holders. This information is also indicated in your Pre-Travel Documentation.
Citizens of other countries should contact the appropriate consular office for entry requirements pertaining to their journey.
Destinations Requiring a Visa Before Departure
U.S. and Canadian passport holders are required to obtain a visa before departure for the countries listed below. Click on the destination links for detailed information on how to obtain a visa.
Ethiopia* | Kenya |
Tanzania* | Uganda |
*A visa is available on arrival in these countries; however, we recommend obtaining an eVisa in advance given that long lines are common.
Destinations Where we Recommends a Visa on Arrival
U.S. and Canadian passport holders may obtain a visa on arrival for the countries listed below. Click on the destination links for detailed information on how to obtain a visa on arrival.
Rwanda |
Seychelles |
KENYA PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION
Your passport needs to be valid for at least six (6) months after your journey ends, and should have a minimum of two (2) blank visa pages for entry and exit stamps.
An Electronic Tourist Visa (eVisa) is required for U.S. and Canadian passport holders for entry into Kenya. To apply for an eVisa, visit evisa.go.ke/evisa.html. The current fee for a singleentry* visa is USD $51 (subject to change without notice). A tourist visa is only valid for 90 days from the date of issuance, so do not apply for your Kenya visa more than 90 days prior to departure.
Kenya is currently waiving visa requirements for children ages 15 or younger. Children in this age group need only present a valid passport upon arrival.
When applying for your eVisa make sure you have your passport details, a copy of your passport photo and your itinerary for your journey in Kenya, as you will need to upload these documents to complete the application process.
Please note the following:
- You will need to indicate the type of visa you require. A single-entry eVisa for Kenya allows you to enter, exit and re-enter the country after visiting either Tanzania, Uganda or Rwanda, without having to purchase a multiple-entry visa.
Complete the “Travel Information’ section of the application as indicated below:
- Applicants Reason for Travel: Select “Tourism”
- Entry Date: Enter your date of entry for Kenya
- Departure Date: Enter your departure date from Kenya
- Host Details: Select “Firm”
- Full names and Physical Address of the Host: Mufasa Tours & Travels, Norfolk Towers, Kijabe Street, Nairobi, Kenya.
- Host Telephone Number: +254757836023
- Host Email: info@mufasatoursandtravels.com
- Choose how you will be arriving int. Kenya: Air, Ship, Road
- Select” Point of Entry” from drop down menu
If you experience technical problems with the eVisa website, try again a few hours later or the following day.
Citizens of other countries should contact the appropriate consular office for entry requirements pertaining to their journey.
TANZANIA PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION
Your passport needs to be valid for at least six (6) months after your journey ends, and should have a minimum of two (2) blank visa pages for entry and exit stamps.
A tourist visa is required for U.S. and Canadian passport holders for entry into Tanzania. There are currently two options available as outlined below. A&K recommends an electronic visa (eVisa).
Electronic Visa (eVisa): To apply for an eVisa, visit https://visa.immigration.go.tz/. U.S. citizens visiting Tanzania for tourism are required to apply for a multiple-entry visa, which is valid for one year. The cost is USD $100 (subject to change without notice). Citizens of Canada may obtain a single-entry e-Visa (ordinary visa), valid for three months. The cost is $USD 50 (subject to change). We recommend that you apply at least 60 days prior to your arrival date. Average time to receive an eVisa is approximately 10 days.
When applying for your eVisa make sure you have your passport details, a copy of your passport photo and return ticket, as you will need to upload these documents to complete the application process. Read and follow all instructions carefully to ensure a smooth arrival in Tanzania.
- Complete the “Travel Information” section of the application as indicated below:
- Type of Visa: Multiple entry (U.S. citizens); Single-entry/Ordinary (Canadian citizens)
- Purpose of Visit: “Leisure and Holiday”
- Port Type: Choose either “Airports” of “Roads”
- Port of Entry and Port of Departure: These specific ports may be left blank
- Date of Arrival: Enter your date of entry for Tanzania
- Departure Date: Enter your departure date from Tanzania
- Host Details: Select “Company/Organization”
- Full names and Physical Address of the Host: Gilgal Business Center, Sakina, Arusha
- Host Telephone Number: +254757836023
- Host Email: info@ com
- Where are you going to stay? Choose hotel from the dropdown menu and then enter the contact information of the first hotel on your itinerary.
If you experience technical problems with the eVisa website, try again a few hours later or the following day.
A visa can also be obtained on arrival in Tanzania, however, the visa on arrival process requires applicants to stand in several different lines with wait times of two hours or longer.
Citizens of other countries should contact the appropriate consular office for entry requirements pertaining to their journey.