Can we apply for visas together on one application?

No, each person needs a separate visa application and passport. However, you can reference each other's applications and submit supporting documents showing you're traveling together.

What if one visa is approved and the other is rejected?

Contact the embassy immediately with your marriage certificate and approved application. Most rejections for couples are due to missing documents and can be resolved quickly.

Do we need to enter the country together?

No requirement to enter together, but having matching itineraries and accommodation bookings in your applications makes approval more likely.

Can we use the East Africa Tourist Visa for business meetings?

No, the tourist visa is for tourism only. Business activities require separate business visas for each country you'll be working in.

How to Get Visas as a Couple for East Africa

Most couples need individual tourist visas for each East African country, but Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda offer a joint East Africa Tourist Visa valid for 90 days across all three countries. Apply online 2-4 weeks before travel, submit identical supporting documents, and always carry both passports together.

Choose your visa strategy. For Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda: Apply for the East Africa Tourist Visa ($100 each) if visiting multiple countries. For single countries: Apply for individual tourist visas. Tanzania requires separate visas regardless. Ethiopia and other East African countries have individual requirements.
Gather identical documents for both applications. Each person needs: valid passport with 6+ months validity and 2+ blank pages, passport photo (white background), flight itinerary showing entry and exit, hotel bookings or invitation letter, bank statements from last 3 months, yellow fever certificate if coming from endemic areas.
Apply online simultaneously. Submit applications on the same day using each country's official portal. For East Africa Tourist Visa: use services.immigration.go.ke. Include marriage certificate or proof of relationship. Reference each other's application numbers in the additional information sections.
Pay fees and track applications. Pay visa fees separately for each person using individual cards or accounts. Save all confirmation emails and reference numbers. Processing takes 3-5 business days for most East African visas, up to 15 days during peak season.
Print and organize for travel. Print both visa approval letters. Create a travel folder with both passports, both visas, marriage certificate, travel insurance, and vaccination certificates. Keep copies separated from originals.

Can we apply for visas together on one application?: No, each person needs a separate visa application and passport. However, you can reference each other's applications and submit supporting documents showing you're traveling together.
What if one visa is approved and the other is rejected?: Contact the embassy immediately with your marriage certificate and approved application. Most rejections for couples are due to missing documents and can be resolved quickly.
Do we need to enter the country together?: No requirement to enter together, but having matching itineraries and accommodation bookings in your applications makes approval more likely.
Can we use the East Africa Tourist Visa for business meetings?: No, the tourist visa is for tourism only. Business activities require separate business visas for each country you'll be working in.