Kenya High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa
The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria serves Kenyan citizens in South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini (Swaziland), and Namibia. It provides passport services, consular assistance, and supports bilateral trade and investment between Kenya and Southern Africa.
Contact Details
Address
Kenya High Commission302 Brooks Street
Menlo Park
Pretoria 0081
South Africa
Phone
Opening Hours
| Monday - Friday | 08:30 - 16:30 |
| Consular Hours | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Saturday - Sunday | Closed |
Jurisdiction
South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Namibia
Location
Menlo Park, eastern Pretoria. Accessible by taxi or Uber from Pretoria CBD (~10 minutes) or OR Tambo Airport (~45 minutes).
Services Available
Passport & Immigration
- ePassport application and renewal
- Biometric capture appointments
- Emergency Travel Documents
Consular Services
Citizenship & Diaspora
- Dual citizenship
- Diaspora registration
- Voter registration (when available)
Trade
- AfCFTA trade facilitation
- Business networking
- Investment guidance
Kenya eTA for South African Citizens
South African citizens need a Kenya eTA to visit Kenya:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Application Portal | etakenya.go.ke |
| Fee | USD 30 (~ZAR 560) |
| Processing Time | 48-72 hours |
| Validity | 90 days from issue |
| Stay Duration | Up to 90 days per visit |
Flights: South Africa to Kenya
| Route | Airline | Frequency | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg (JNB) - Nairobi (NBO) | Kenya Airways | Daily | ~4.5 hours |
| Johannesburg (JNB) - Nairobi (NBO) | South African Airways | Daily | ~4.5 hours |
| Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO) | Kenya Airways (via JNB) | Daily | ~7 hours |
Kenyan Community in South Africa
- Population: An estimated 50,000-100,000 Kenyans live and work in South Africa
- Main cities: Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban
- Sectors: IT, finance, hospitality, academia, healthcare, and business
- Key concerns: Work permit renewals, safety, and remittances to Kenya
- Community organisations: Kenya Association of South Africa, Kenya Professionals Network SA
Kenyans in South Africa should register with the High Commission for emergency alerts and consular notifications. Contact info@kenyahighcom.co.za to register.
ePassport Services
- Apply on eCitizen and pay online
- Book biometrics appointment at the Pretoria High Commission
- Bring: current passport, national ID, eCitizen receipt, passport photos
- Processing: 4-8 weeks (passport produced in Nairobi)
- Collect in person or request courier delivery
Kenyans in Cape Town, Durban or other cities may need to travel to Pretoria for biometrics or watch for consular outreach announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria has jurisdiction over South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Namibia. Contact the consular section to arrange services.
South Africans need a Kenya eTA (Electronic Travel Authorisation). Apply online at etakenya.go.ke before travel. The fee is USD 30 and it allows stays of up to 90 days.
You can send money via M-Pesa Global, Wise (TransferWise), World Remit, MoneyGram, or bank wire transfer. M-Pesa integration allows direct transfers to Kenyan M-Pesa accounts. Banks like Standard Bank and KCB also offer diaspora remittance products.
Report the loss to the South African Police and get a police report. Then contact the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria for an Emergency Travel Document (ETD). Bring the police report, two passport photos, and any form of identification.