Kenya's Mandatory Travel Insurance for Visitors Explained
As of October 6, 2026, non-Kenyan visitors staying under 12 months must hold mandatory travel health insurance issued under the government-approved scheme. Costing $44 plus processing fees (totaling ~$52 per traveler), the policy provides a $50,000 minimum cumulative coverage limit for medical emergencies, hospitalization, and evacuation. Read this guide to understand ETA portal blocking rules, proof of coverage requirements, foreign policy exceptions, and step-by-step purchase instructions.