Document Authentication & Legalization
Kenya embassies and high commissions provide document authentication and legalization services for use in Kenya or abroad.
Documents That Can Be Authenticated
Personal Documents
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Death certificates
- Adoption papers
- Power of attorney
- Affidavits and declarations
Educational & Commercial
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Professional qualifications
- Company registration documents
- Trade documents
- Import/export licences
- Court documents
Authentication Process
- Prepare documents: Obtain original documents and certified/notarised copies from the issuing authority
- Local attestation: Some documents may need to be attested by local authorities (e.g., Apostille, Foreign Affairs ministry) before embassy authentication
- Submit to embassy: Visit your nearest Kenya embassy with originals and copies
- Pay fees: Fees vary by document type and embassy location
- Processing: Typically 3-5 working days
- Collection: Collect authenticated documents from the embassy
Notarial Services
Kenya diplomatic missions also offer notarial services including:
- Administering oaths and affirmations
- Witnessing signatures
- Certifying copies of documents
- Affidavits and statutory declarations
- Consent letters for minors travelling
Contact your nearest embassy for availability and fees for notarial services.