Travel Requirements for St. Kitts & Nevis (e-Border, ETA, ED Form)
What You Need To Know Before Arrival
Since 26 May 2025, anyone arriving in St. Kitts & Nevis has needed a digital travel permission before boarding. The e-Border system is fully live, and applying a few days before you fly is the easiest way to avoid issues at check-in or arrivals.
What’s Changing?
All travelers must now use one of two digital tools before flying:
- Citizens, residents, and OECS nationals: Fill out the Enhanced ED Form (free).
- All other travelers: Apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) via knatravelform.kn or the SKN e-Border app.
The eTA costs US $17.
Who’s Exempt?
- Transit passengers
- Accredited diplomats
- On-duty crew and military
- CARICOM nationals
- Children under 2
Why Apply Early?
- Skip airport lines – Early applicants can fast-track entry through FaceLane.
- No reliance on airport Wi-Fi – You won’t need to apply or upload anything on arrival.
- Faster group travel – Lead travelers can submit group forms in one go (up to six people).
- Fewer delays – Processing takes time. Early applications avoid snags, especially in peak season.
- Travel-ready – Your approval arrives by email before you leave home.
If you’re flying in from the UK, see our BA Gatwick to SKB flight notes. For door-to-door timings from SKB customs to your Nevis hotel, read our SKB → Nevis arrivals guide.
Book your SKB → Oualie private transfer with Book Nevis once your e-Border is approved — we’ll meet you after customs.
