Do infants need their own visas?

Yes, even newborns need individual passports and visas for East African travel. There are no visa exemptions for infants, though some countries offer reduced fees for children under 16.

Can I apply for my whole family on one application?

No, each family member needs a separate visa application and passport. However, you can submit them together and they'll often be processed as a group to ensure coordinated approval dates.

What if one parent can't sign the consent form?

You'll need legal documentation explaining the absence - court orders for sole custody, death certificates, or other official proof. Contact the embassy directly for guidance on your specific situation.

Is the East Africa Tourist Visa worth it for families?

Yes, if visiting at least two of the three countries (Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda). It costs the same as individual visas but allows multiple entries across all three countries within 90 days, saving paperwork and border time.

How to Get Visas for East Africa When Traveling with Family

Most East African countries offer family-friendly visa options including tourist visas for children, group applications, and the East Africa Tourist Visa covering Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda. Apply online 2-4 weeks before travel, budget $50-100 per adult and $25-50 per child, and carry extra passport photos and birth certificates for minors.

Determine which countries you're visiting. List your East Africa destinations. If visiting Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, you can use the single East Africa Tourist Visa ($100 for adults, $50 for children). For other combinations or single countries, you'll need individual visas.
Check passport validity for all family members. Ensure every passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date with 2+ blank pages. Children need their own passports - even infants cannot share adult passports for East African travel.
Gather required documents for minors. For children under 18, collect certified birth certificates, consent letters from non-traveling parents (notarized), and copies of both parents' passport pages. Single parents need additional custody documentation.
Apply through official government portals. Use official e-visa websites: evisa.go.ke for Kenya, visas.immigration.go.ug for Uganda, irembo.gov.rw for Rwanda. For the East Africa Tourist Visa, apply through any of the three countries' portals. Create separate applications for each family member.
Upload family-specific documentation. Submit passport photos (white background, recent), passport bio pages, travel itinerary, accommodation bookings, and family documents. Children's applications require parent/guardian signatures and uploaded consent forms.
Pay visa fees and track applications. Pay online using credit card. Processing takes 3-5 business days for most countries, up to 10 days during peak seasons. Download and print approval letters for each family member before travel.

Do infants need their own visas?: Yes, even newborns need individual passports and visas for East African travel. There are no visa exemptions for infants, though some countries offer reduced fees for children under 16.
Can I apply for my whole family on one application?: No, each family member needs a separate visa application and passport. However, you can submit them together and they'll often be processed as a group to ensure coordinated approval dates.
What if one parent can't sign the consent form?: You'll need legal documentation explaining the absence - court orders for sole custody, death certificates, or other official proof. Contact the embassy directly for guidance on your specific situation.
Is the East Africa Tourist Visa worth it for families?: Yes, if visiting at least two of the three countries (Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda). It costs the same as individual visas but allows multiple entries across all three countries within 90 days, saving paperwork and border time.