AFCON 2027 Visa Guide: What Fans Need to Know About Travelling to Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania

Last updated: Apr 20, 2026

AFCON 2027 will be the first Africa Cup of Nations co-hosted by three countries: Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.

The tournament runs from 19 June to 18 July 2027, with matches spread across stadiums in all three nations.

For fans planning to follow their team across borders, visa logistics are the single biggest question right now.

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Uganda’s Visa Waiver — Confirmed and Generous

Uganda is the first host nation to formally announce its AFCON visa policy. The Ugandan Cabinet has approved a full visa fee waiver for all visitors for a three-month window, from one month before kickoff to one month after the final.

That means visa fees will be waived from approximately late May to late August 2027.

Key details of Uganda’s waiver:

Who qualifies: All visitors to Uganda during the waiver period, not just ticket holders
Duration: Three months, covering approximately late May to late August 2027
Match venues in Uganda: Mandela National Stadium (45,000 capacity) near Kampala, Hoima City Stadium (20,000) in Hoima, and Akii Bua Stadium (20,000) in Lira

Outside the waiver period, Uganda normally requires an e-visa costing USD 50, applied for online before travel. East African Community nationals are already exempt from visa fees.

Kenya and Tanzania — Current Visa Rules Still Apply (For Now)

Neither Kenya nor Tanzania has announced a specific AFCON visa waiver yet. Until they do, fans should plan based on each country’s standard entry requirements.

Kenya

Kenya replaced its visa system with an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) in January 2024. The ETA costs USD 30 and takes around three working days to process.

Apply at etakenya.go.ke at least three days before travel. Your passport must be valid for at least six months from arrival.

Mmost African nationals are exempt from the ETA following a May 2025 policy update that expanded exemptions. Nationals of Libya and Somalia are the only African countries still requiring an ETA.

Key match venues in Kenya include:

Talanta Stadium (60,000 capacity) in Nairobi — the tournament’s main venue
Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani (48,000) in Nairobi
Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi
Bukhungu Stadium and Kipchoge Keino Stadium in western Kenya

Tanzania

Tanzania uses an e-visa system for most nationalities. A single-entry tourist visa costs USD 50 and is valid for up to 90 days.

US passport holders must apply for a multiple-entry visa at USD 100. Processing takes up to ten working days, so apply well in advance.

You’ll need proof of yellow fever vaccination if arriving from a country where the disease is endemic — this includes several African nations. Check your country’s status with the WHO before travelling.

Match venues in Tanzania include:

Benjamin Mkapa Stadium (60,000) in Dar es Salaam
Samia Suluhu Hassan Stadium (30,000) in Arusha
Stadiums in Zanzibar and Dodoma

The PAMOJA Joint Visa — A Single Pass for All Three Countries

The biggest visa development to watch is the proposed PAMOJA joint visa.

All three host nations are in discussions to create a special-purpose single visa that would let fans, officials and media move freely between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania for the duration of the tournament.

Uganda’s Cabinet has already endorsed the PAMOJA visa concept. Kenya and Tanzania are still in discussions with their respective immigration authorities.

Until the PAMOJA visa is confirmed, fans planning to attend matches in multiple host countries should budget for separate entry requirements:

Kenya: ETA (USD 30) — free for most African nationals
Uganda: Visa fee waived during AFCON period (normally USD 50)
Tanzania: E-visa (USD 50 for most nationalities, USD 100 for US citizens)

How to Start Planning Now

Tickets and a Fan ID system haven’t been announced yet for AFCON 2027, but based on Morocco’s well-received YALLA app at AFCON 2025, expect a similar centralised platform combining ticketing, fan registration and visa services.

Here’s what you can do right now:

Check your passport expiry. All three countries require at least six months’ validity from your date of arrival
Get your yellow fever vaccination. Tanzania requires proof of vaccination for travellers from endemic countries, and it’s advisable for East Africa generally
Track flights early. Search for flights to Nairobi, flights to Entebbe and flights to Dar es Salaam on Wego to monitor prices
Watch for the PAMOJA visa announcement. Follow CAF’s official website for updates on the joint visa and Fan ID system

Major airlines serving East Africa include Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. Book hotels in Nairobi, hotels in Kampala or hotels in Dar es Salaam early; expect demand to surge once the match schedule is published.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa for AFCON 2027?

It depends on your nationality and which host country you’re visiting. Uganda has waived visa fees for all visitors during the tournament period, Kenya exempts most African nationals from its ETA, and Tanzania requires an e-visa for most nationalities at USD 50.

Can I use one visa to visit all three host countries?

Not yet — but the PAMOJA joint visa is in development. If approved, it would let fans travel freely between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania with a single visa during the tournament. Until confirmed, plan for separate entry requirements for each country.

When will tickets and Fan IDs be available?

No official date has been announced yet. At AFCON 2025 in Morocco, the YALLA app launched in September — roughly three months before kickoff. Expect a similar timeline, with a Fan ID platform likely launching in early 2027.

Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Tanzania requires proof of yellow fever vaccination if you’re arriving from an endemic country. Kenya and Uganda may also require it depending on your departure point. Get vaccinated at least ten days before travel, as the certificate is not valid immediately.

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Disclaimer: Wego strives to ensure all information presented in this article is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. Travel policies, prices, visa requirements, and conditions can change rapidly. We strongly recommend verifying critical details with official sources before making travel decisions. Wego does not accept liability for any inaccuracies, oversights, or changes that may occur after publication.