Kenya Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The Kenya Embassy in Addis Ababa serves Kenyan citizens in Ethiopia and provides consular services. Addis Ababa is the diplomatic capital of Africa, hosting the African Union headquarters, making the Kenya Embassy here strategically important for continental diplomacy.

Contact Details

Address

Embassy of Kenya
Yeka Kifle Ketema, Kebele 01
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia

Phone

+251 11 661 0033

Email

addisababa@mfa.go.ke

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday08:30 - 17:00
Saturday - SundayClosed

Website

kenyaembassyaddis.org

Services Available

Consular Services

Diplomatic Functions

  • African Union liaison
  • UNECA representation
  • Trade promotion
  • Kenya-Ethiopia bilateral relations
  • IGAD coordination

Kenya eTA for Ethiopian Citizens

As of 2026, citizens of most African Union member states, including Ethiopia, can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 2 months. Check the latest requirements at etakenya.go.ke.

For stays beyond 2 months or for work/study purposes, an eTA or relevant permit is required.

Kenya-Ethiopia Travel

Kenya and Ethiopia share a long border and have strong historical, cultural and trade ties:

RouteAirlineDuration
Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)Ethiopian Airlines (3+ daily)~2 hours
Addis Ababa (ADD) - Nairobi (NBO)Kenya Airways (daily)~2 hours
Addis Ababa (ADD) - Mombasa (MBA)Ethiopian Airlines~3 hours

The Moyale border crossing connects Kenya and Ethiopia by road, with improving infrastructure along the Nairobi-Addis highway (LAPSSET corridor).

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. As part of Kenya's African Union visa-free entry policy, Ethiopian citizens can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 2 months. For longer stays, an eTA or appropriate permit is required.

Apply through the eCitizen portal (ecitizen.go.ke), pay the fee (KSH 12,500), then book a biometric appointment at the Kenya Embassy in Addis Ababa. Processing typically takes 4-8 weeks.