Can a Kenya embassy notarise documents for non-Kenyans?

Generally, Kenya embassy notarial services are for Kenyan citizens. Some embassies may provide services for documents relating to Kenya matters.

Can someone else collect the notarised document on my behalf?

The swearing or signing must be done in person. Collection by an authorised third party may be possible at some embassies.

Notarial Services at Kenya Embassies 2026

Kenya embassies and high commissions provide notarial (consular) services to Kenyan citizens abroad. The consular officer acts as a commissioner for oaths, able to administer oaths, witness signatures, certify documents, and prepare statutory declarations.

Available Notarial Services

Service	Description	Common Use
Sworn Affidavit	Written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation before a consular officer	Court proceedings, immigration, land matters
Statutory Declaration	Formal statement of facts declared to be true under the Oaths and Statutory Declarations Act	Name change, lost documents, next of kin
Certified True Copies	Embassy stamps a copy as a true copy of the original document	Academic certificates, IDs, passports
Signature Witnessing	Consular officer witnesses your signature on a document	Contracts, agreements, consent forms
Power of Attorney	Legal authorisation for someone in Kenya to act on your behalf	Property sale, court representation, banking
Consent Letters	Parental or guardian consent for a minor to travel	Child travel, custody matters
Authentication of Documents	Verification of document authenticity for use in Kenya or host country	Academic documents, commercial documents

Notarial Service Fees

Service	Fee (approx.)	Notes
Sworn affidavit	USD 20-50 / KSH 2,500-6,500	Per affidavit
Statutory declaration	USD 20-50 / KSH 2,500-6,500	Per declaration
Certified true copy	USD 5-20 / KSH 650-2,600	Per page or document
Signature witnessing	USD 10-30 / KSH 1,300-3,900	Per document
Power of attorney	USD 30-80 / KSH 3,900-10,400	Depends on complexity
Consent letter	USD 10-30 / KSH 1,300-3,900	Per letter

Fees vary by embassy and are usually paid in local currency. Contact your specific embassy for the exact fee schedule. Some embassies accept cash only, others accept card payments.

How to Access Notarial Services

Contact Your Embassy
Call or email to confirm the service is available and book an appointment. Walk-ins may be accepted but appointments are preferred.
Prepare Your Documents
Bring the original documents to be notarised, your valid Kenyan passport or national ID, and any drafts that need to be sworn.
Attend in Person
You must appear in person at the embassy. The consular officer will verify your identity and administer the oath or witness the signature.
Pay the Fee
Pay the applicable fee. Retain your receipt for your records.
Collect the Notarised Document
Most notarial services are completed same-day. The document will bear the embassy stamp and the consular officer signature.

What to Bring

Valid Kenyan passport or national ID card
Original document(s) to be notarised
Copies of documents (embassy may also make copies)
Draft affidavit or declaration (if applicable)
Payment (cash or card - confirm with embassy)
Proof of residence in host country (some embassies request this)

Power of Attorney - Detailed Guide

A power of attorney (PoA) authorises someone in Kenya to act on your behalf. Common types:

General Power of Attorney

Broad authority over all matters
Used for extended absence
Can be revoked at any time

Special Power of Attorney

Limited to specific transactions
E.g., selling a specific property
Expires after the task is completed

A PoA prepared at a Kenya embassy may need to be legalised (MOFA authenticated) for use with certain institutions in Kenya. Check with the receiving institution first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Generally, Kenya embassy notarial services are for Kenyan citizens. However, some embassies may provide services for documents relating to Kenya matters (e.g., a foreigner swearing an affidavit for a Kenyan court case). Contact the embassy to confirm.

Most embassies prefer appointments for notarial services. Contact your embassy by phone or email to book a time. Some smaller missions may accept walk-ins during consular hours.

Yes. Documents notarised by a Kenya consular officer carry the same legal weight as those notarised by a commissioner for oaths in Kenya. However, some institutions may require additional MOFA authentication.

The swearing or signing must be done in person. However, if the document is ready for collection (e.g., after processing), some embassies allow collection by an authorised third party with your written consent and their identification.