🇰🇪 Kenya visa requirements for Bolivian citizens
Bolivian citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA) for Kenya — a quick online approval, not a full visa.
Entry rules for Bolivia passport holders
Kenya requires Bolivian visitors to register online for an electronic travel authorization before departure. An eTA is lighter than a visa — approval is usually issued within minutes to hours — but airlines will deny boarding without it, so complete it before heading to the airport.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Kenya immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Bolivian passport ranks #121 worldwide, opening 72 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (35 visa-free, 35 with a visa on arrival and 2 with an eTA). Kenya is one of them.
In the other direction, Kenyan citizens traveling to Bolivia face a different rule: visa on arrival.
Across Eastern Africa as a whole, 12 of 16 destinations are open to Bolivian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Kenya
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Currency
- Kenyan shilling (Sh)
- Languages
- English, Swahili
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Frequently asked questions
Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Bolivian citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA) for Kenya — a quick online approval, not a full visa.
Can Bolivian citizens apply online for entry to Kenya?
Yes. Kenya offers an online electronic travel authorization (eTA) for Bolivia passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in Kenya?
The currency in Kenya is the Kenyan shilling (Sh). The capital city is Nairobi.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: eTA required for Bolivian citizens traveling to Kenya. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Kenya embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.