About Kenya Embassy Info

Your comprehensive guide to Kenya diplomatic missions worldwide, serving the Kenyan diaspora and international community.

Our Mission

Kenya Embassy Info is an independent information resource dedicated to helping Kenyans abroad, travellers to Kenya, and anyone who needs to interact with Kenya's diplomatic missions worldwide. We provide accurate, up-to-date information on:

  • Embassy & High Commission Locations: Addresses, phone numbers, and opening hours for all Kenya diplomatic missions
  • Consular Services: ePassport applications, visa processing, document authentication, and citizen registration
  • Travel Information: Kenya's eTA system, visa requirements, and essential travel advice
  • Diaspora Services: Dual citizenship (under the 2010 Constitution), Huduma Namba, and diaspora engagement

The Kenyan Diaspora

Kenya has a large and growing diaspora community estimated at over 3 million people worldwide. Kenyans abroad are a significant contributor to the national economy, with diaspora remittances exceeding $4 billion annually, making it one of the largest sources of foreign exchange for the country.

The Kenyan government recognises the diaspora as a vital development partner. The 2010 Constitution of Kenya enshrined the right to dual citizenship (Article 16), allowing Kenyans abroad to maintain their Kenyan citizenship while acquiring foreign nationality. The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs actively supports Kenyans overseas through:

  • Consular assistance and protection for citizens abroad
  • ePassport services at diplomatic missions worldwide
  • Diaspora registration through the eCitizen portal
  • Investment facilitation through KenInvest for diaspora-led projects
  • The Huduma Namba (National Integrated Identity Management System) for identification services

Kenya's Diplomatic Network

Kenya maintains one of the most extensive diplomatic networks in Africa, reflecting its status as East Africa's largest economy and a key player in regional and international affairs. The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs (MFA) oversees:

  • 39+ diplomatic missions worldwide
  • Missions across 35 countries
  • Presence on 5 continents
  • Permanent missions to the UN (New York, Geneva, Nairobi)
  • African Union representation in Addis Ababa
  • EU liaison mission in Brussels

Kenya is also the only country in the world to host a United Nations headquarters (UNON in Nairobi), alongside UN-Habitat and UNEP, underscoring its importance in global diplomacy.

Disclaimer

Kenya Embassy Info is an independent information website and is not affiliated with the Government of Kenya or the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs. For official government information, please visit www.mfa.go.ke. We strive to keep all information accurate and current, but always verify with the relevant embassy before travelling.

Quick Stats

  • Total Missions 39+
  • Countries 35
  • Embassies 24
  • High Commissions 11
  • Consulates 4

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