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Embassies and consulates in Kenya

57 foreign missions in 2 cities, and 26 Kenyan missions around the world.

Questions

How many foreign embassies are there in Kenya?

We list 56 embassies and high commissions and 1 consulates in Kenya, run by 56 countries.

Which city in Kenya has the most embassies?

Nairobi, with 29 missions, followed by Mombasa (1).

Which cities in Kenya have foreign consulates?

Mombasa. Consulates handle visas and help citizens outside the capital.

Where is the Embassy of Algeria, Nairobi?

37 Muthaiga Road, Nairobi.

How many embassies and consulates does Kenya have abroad?

26 missions in 26 countries, including Austria, Belgium, Brazil, France Ireland, and 21 more.

Does Kenya have an embassy in Türkiye?

Yes, in Ankara. Website: https://kenyaembassy.org.tr/

Why are some missions in Kenya called high commissions?

Commonwealth countries call their embassies in each other "high commissions". They do the same job. Kenya hosts 10.

What is the difference between an embassy and a consulate?

An embassy is a country's main office in another country, usually in the capital. A consulate is a smaller office in another city that handles visas, passports and help for citizens.

How do I contact an embassy in Kenya?

Use the official website listed for each mission (45 of them have one). Many take visa applications only by appointment, so book online first.

Do I need an appointment to visit an embassy?

Usually yes, especially for visa applications. Book through the official website, arrive early, and bring printed documents and your passport.

From Wikidata (CC0). Opening hours and services change: check the mission's website before you visit.

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