Photo requirements guide

Kenya eTA photo guide

The photo conditions you need for the application, in one place.

✓ Checked against official sources Last checked: August 19, 2026

Photo requirements

The photo size, format, and background conditions for the application.

A photo is required for the application.
The official guidance describes a selfie or passport-type photo.
No pixel or millimetre size is stated in the official guidance.
No file-size limit is stated in the official guidance.
No background specification is stated in the official guidance.

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Kenya eTA photo requirements The Kenya eTA photo requirements confirmed from official guidance, plus the conditions the official source does not specify.

Official sources

Kenya eTA — How to Apply Checked: August 19, 2026
Kenya Directorate of Immigration Services — Electronic Travel Authorisation Checked: August 19, 2026
Kenya eTA — Frequently Asked Questions Checked: August 19, 2026