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πͺπ¨ Does an Ecuadorean need a visa for Kenya π°πͺ?
No visa, but an ETA. Ecuadorean passport holders do not need a visa for Kenya, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Ecuadorean citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Kenya or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
An ETA (electronic travel authorisation) is not a visa: it is an online pre-screening that airlines check before boarding.
It is normally approved within minutes to a few days; apply before you book non-refundable travel.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Kenya at a glance
Capital: Nairobi Β· Currency: Kenyan shilling (KES, Sh) Β· Official languages: English, Swahili Β· Calling code: +254
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Kenya: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (updated 28 July 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
You need a travel adapter: Kenya uses plug types G, Ecuador uses A, B. Mains voltage differs (Kenya: 240 V; Ecuador: 120 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100β240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Easier destinations near Kenya for Ecuadorean passport holders
- π²πΌ Malawi β Visa-free
- πΈπ¨ Seychelles β Visa-free 90 days
- π¬π² Gambia β Visa-free 90 days
- πΏπ¦ South Africa β Visa-free 90 days
The other way round
π°πͺ Kenyan passport holders visiting Ecuador: Kenyan passport holders need a visa for Ecuador, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.
The Ecuadorean passport at a glance
All destinations for Ecuador passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Kenya β
Questions
Do Ecuadorean citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Ecuadorean passport holders do not need a visa for Kenya, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online before travelling.
Does a Kenyan need a visa for Ecuador?
Kenyan passport holders need a visa for Ecuador, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.