Sobre la Alta Comisión de Kenia en Abuya
La misión diplomática de la República de Kenia en Nigeria: servicios consulares, apoyo a la diáspora y diplomacia económica.
Who we are
Nuestra misión
To project, promote and protect Kenya’s interests in the countries of accreditation through effective and responsive diplomacy.
Our vision
To be a model diplomatic mission in West Africa.
Our values
- i. Patriotism
- ii. Integrity
- iii. Professionalism
- iv. Equity and fairness
- v. .Good governance
Our history
- 1972
The Kenya High Commission in Nigeria was first opened in the City of Lagos, the former capital of Nigeria in 1972.
- 2003
It moved to Abuja, the new Capital City in 2003.
- 2012
The premises currently occupied by the High Commission Chancery and staff houses were completed in 2012 and since then the Mission resides in Government of Kenya owned properties.
Qué hacemos
- Enhance Political and diplomatic relations
- Trade and investment promotion
- Offer consular services to Kenyan citizens
- Promote education, cultural and people-to-people cooperation
- Offer support to Kenyan diaspora communities
What we are here to do
To project, promote and protect Kenya’s interests in Nigeria, other countries of accreditation and ECOWAS by undertaking the following functions:
Download the full mandatePDF- Protect Kenya’s sovereignty and territorial integrity
- Promote Peace, Security and Stability by deepening bilateral and security cooperation with accredited countries in West Africa
- Promote Economic Cooperation, International Trade and Investment by enhancing economic and commercial diplomacy and promoting Kenya as a trade and investment destination
- Advance Public and cultural Diplomacy and strengthen stakeholder engagement
- Enhance Policy implementation and Institutional Capacity
- more functions in the full mandate
What to expect from us
| Servicio | What you bring | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processing Electronic Travel Authorization | Online Application submitted | Nil | 2 working days |
| Response to emergency cases of distressed Kenyans within countries of accreditation | Request via phone call, request or letter | NIL | Immediately |
| Issuance of Emergency Travel Documents | Official request via email or letter. A copy of air-ticket | 10,000 Naira | 1 día hábil |
| Processing applications for new/renewal of passports | Online application duly filled on Government of Kenya’s e-Citizen platform and requisite documents attached | As per charges on G.o.K’s e-Citizen platform | 7 working days |
| Facilitate processing for Certificate of Good Conduct | For Kenyan nationals: Finger prints and dully filled application on e-Citizen platform. Non-Kenyans: Finger-prints, attach evidence of visit and/or residence in Kenya | As per charges on G.o.K’s e-Citizen platform | 7 working days |
| Facilitate processing of applications for replacement of lost documents | Police abstract, requisite application and attendant documents | 10,000 Naira | 7 working days |
| Facilitate processing of applications for replacement of lost passport | Police abstract, sworn affidavit, dully filled application on e-Citizen platform | NIL | 7 working days |
| Facilitate authentication of documents (ID, birth certificates, academic certificates, marriage certificate, e.t.c.) | Receipt of request and submission of original documents for verification | 10,000 Naira | Within 7 working days |
| Response to correspondences and request for information | Written requests via letters/Emails/Phone calls Social media posts | NIL | 5 working days, 1 working day |
| Response to missed telephone calls | Phone calls | NIL | 1 día hábil |
| Response and resolution of public complaints | Make verbal or written complaints | NIL | 14 working days |
| Conveying official correspondences to the Ministry Headquarter, the authorities in the host country and countries of accreditation | All requisite documents/information availed | NIL | 10 working days |
| Payment for goods/service providers | Submission of LPO/Invoice, Certificate of Completion, Receipt of goods/services, purchase/delivery notes, inspection and acceptance certificates, as the case may apply | NIL | Within 21 days |
| Dissemination of information on relevant Government’s programmes, projects and policies via social media or appropriate channels | NIL | NIL | 7 working days |
Those who have served
- 1974–1977
Amb. Raphael M. Kiilu
- 1977–1978
Amb. Shadrack K. Kimalel
- 1979–1983
Amb. Alfred Machayo
- 1984–1985
Amb. Kefa Onyoni
- 1986–1990
Amb. Dr. E. I. Maluki
- 1992–1994
Amb. Joshua K. Terer
- 1998–2001
Amb. Bruce Madete
- 2001–2004
Amb. David M. Mutemi
- 2004–2009
Amb. Daviv M. Koikai
- 2009–2012
Amb. Francis Sigei
- 2013–2016
Amb. Thomas Amolo
- 2018–2022
Amb. Wilfred G. Machage
Representing Kenya in Nigeria
Our work is to support Kenya’s
engagement with Nigeria and other countries of accreditation through:
- Political and diplomatic relations
- Trade and investment promotion
- Consular services for Kenyan citizens
- Education, cultural and people-to-people
cooperation
- Support for Kenyan diaspora communities
Our team
Liderazgo de la Misión
James M. Kiiru
Kenia and Nigeria
Kenia y Nigeria mantienen relaciones diplomáticas amistosas basadas en la cooperación en comercio, asuntos regionales y lazos interpersonales.
La Alta Comisión de Kenia en Abuya promueve estos intereses, apoya a los ciudadanos kenianos en Nigeria y trabaja para profundizar el intercambio comercial y cultural entre ambos países.
Contáctenos
Consulta enviada
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Antes de su visita
Qué traer
- Su número de referencia de reserva (reserve en línea antes de venir).
- Pasaporte o documento nacional de identidad válido, y una fotocopia.
- Documentos de respaldo para su servicio.
- Comprobante de cualquier pago de eCitizen por el servicio.
- Llegue unos 10 minutos antes, con un bolígrafo.
Si vive lejos de Abuya, consulte a la misión sobre los cónsules honorarios o las clínicas consulares móviles cercanas a usted.
Cuando estamos cerrados
La misión observa los días festivos de Kenia y los días festivos locales de Nigeria.
Kenyan public holidays
- 1 de junioDía de Madaraka
- 10 octDía de Utamaduni (Huduma)
- 20 oct.Día de Mashujaa
- 12 DicDía de Jamhuri
- 25–26 dic.Navidad y Día de San Esteban
- 1 EneDía de Año Nuevo
- VaríaViernes Santo, Lunes de Pascua y Eid
