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Sobre la misión

Sobre la Embajada de Kenia en Bangkok

La misión diplomática de la República de Kenia en Tailandia: servicios consulares, apoyo a la diáspora y diplomacia económica.

Sobre esta misión

Who we are

Nuestra misión

To advance Kenya’s interests in Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Lao PDR and Viet Nam through innovative and effective diplomatic engagements

Our vision

A model Diplomatic Mission contributing to a peaceful, prosperous and globally competitive Kenya

Our values

  • Patriotism, Excellence, Team Spirit, Customer Focus, Honesty and Integrity, Inclusiveness, Professionalism
  • and Timeliness

Our history

  1. 2006

    The Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Bangkok was officially established in 2006 as part of Kenya's strategic commitment to expanding its diplomatic presence in Southeast Asia.

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Qué hacemos

  1. Diplomatic Representation in Thailand and Countries of accreditation.
  2. Implementation of Kenya's Foreign Policy.
  3. Promotion of bilateral relations with Thailand and countries of accreditation.
  4. Promoting and protecting the interests of the Kenyan diaspora in Thailand and countries of accreditation.
  5. Provision of efficient consular services.
  6. Coordination with the Ministry Headquarters, other Missions abroad and other Government of Kenya's Ministries and Departments.
  7. Liaising with the public and private sector institutions and other stakeholders to promote economic and commercial cooperation;
  8. Provision of protocol services.
Nuestro mandato

What we are here to do

The mandate of the Embassy is to advance Kenya's Foreign Policy and the Country's Development Agenda in the host country and countries of accreditation through:

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  1. Protecting Kenya's sovereignty and territorial integrity through effective engagement with the host country and countries of accreditation
  2. Promoting economic cooperation, bilateral trade and investment between Kenya and the host country and the countries of accreditation
  3. Promoting, protecting and projecting Kenya's interests and image in the host country and countries of accreditation
  4. Promoting continuous dialogue with Kenyans and providing effective consular services in the countries of accreditation to enhance their participation in the national development process; and
  5. Strengthening institutional capacity of the Embassy and ensuring efficient and effective use of mission's resources for effective and accountable service delivery
Service delivery charter

What to expect from us

ServicioWhat you bringFeeTimeline
Attending to visitorsArrival of visitorsNilWithin 5 minutes
Responding to telephone calls and correspondencesIncoming callNilAt the 3 ring
Response to correspondences: letters, emails, Note VerbalesReceipt of correspondencesNilWithin 3 working days for letters and 24hrs for emails
Processing payment for goods and services suppliedAccurate supporting documents, including invoices, and evidence of delivered goods and/or servicesNilWithin 5 working days
Update Mission website• New and up to date information • AnnouncementsNilWithin 48 hours
Provide / Disseminate information• Request received • Availability of InformationNil• Promptly for verbal requests • Within 3 working days for written requests • Regularly for dissemination
Issuance of Emergency Travel Document for Kenyan lost passport2 Passport size photographs with white background, 2 photocopies of Passport, Copy of Kenyan National ID, 1 copy of valid Thai visa or stay permit, 1 copy of Birth Certificate,1 copy of air ticket ,Original of Police report, 2 Declaration forms700 THBWithin 1 working day
Issuance of Emergency Certificate for Kenyan infants born abroad per infant licensing2 Passport size photographs with white background, 2 photocopies of father and mother’s passport,1 copy of father or mother’s Kenyan National ID, 1 copy of Birth Certificate both in Thai & English, 1 copy of air ticket700THBWithin 1 working day
Process Certificate of No Impediment to MarriageDuly filled and signed Form r.4(3), Original Passport, 2 photocopies of Passport, 1 copy of Kenyan National ID, 2 Passport size photographs with white background of applicant, 1 copy of Birth Certificate, 2 Passport copies of the spouse to be, 1 copy of National ID of the spouse to be3,300 THBWithin 6 to 8 weeks but may take longer period on case-to-case basis
Process Birth CertificateBirth notification and original Parent’s certified copies of Passport, Parent’s certified copies of Kenyan National ID & Birth certificate600 THBWithin 6 to 8 weeks but may take longer period on case-to-case basis
Process Police Clearance Certificate for KenyansOriginal fingerprints and palm prints, 2 copies of Kenyan National ID, 2 photocopies of Passport, 2 photocopies of Birth certificate, 2 Passport size photographs with white background of applicant350 THBWithin 6 to 8 weeks but may take longer period on case-to-case basis
Process Police Clearance Certificate for ForeignersOriginal fingerprints and palm prints, Copy of National passport as well as passport pages showing entry and exit dates from Kenya, Copy of all relevant documents about living in Kenya, 2 Passport size photographs with white background of applicant350 THBWithin 6 to 8 weeks but may take longer period on case-to-case basis
Authentication and Translation of Official legal documents issued by the Government of Kenya namely; i. Notary ii. Birth certificate iii. Marriage Certificate iv. Police Clearance Certificate v. Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage vi. Driving License Letter (issue to any departments)Original document & copy500 THB per certificateAuthentication within 1 working day, Translation within 1 working day
vii. Education Documents viii. Adoption DocumentsOriginal document & copy500 THB per certificateWithin 1 working day or 4 weeks subject to authentication process
ix. Import Permit Certificate and necessary vaccinations for pets. NOTE: The Import Permit Certificate and necessary vaccinations for pets is issued by the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) in Kenya• Copy of rabies vaccination within the last 1 year • Veterinary Health Certificate from a Thai veterinary • Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Customs Clearance Certificate150 USD, 550 – 650 USDWithin 2 working day Valid for 3 months
Information on issuance of passports• Issued to Kenya citizens by the Directorate of Immigration services and is valid for a maximum period of ten (10) years • Application for e-passports is an online application • Applicants must appear in person at an issuing center in the various stations as per the appointments for submission and enrolment of bio-metrics
Note: The Mission does not issue passports. The issuance of a Kenyan passport, is a digitized process managed by the Directorate of Immigration Services via the eCitizen portal
Information on Visa ApplicationKenya Visa is only available online through eta.go.ke., Check for cost, Requirements & Eligibility: Visa inquiries; +254202222022 Email: evisa@immigration.go.ke
Information on Huduma Namba National Integration Identity Management System (NIIMS) registrationHuduma Namba Secretariat, www.hudumanamba.go.ke, diaspora@hudumanamba.go.ke, Toll free tel. No: +254-800221111 (SMS), 0800221111
Information on Regaining Citizenship, Declaration of Dual Citizenship and Renunciation of CitizenshipContacts for Citizenship Section E-mail: citizenshipisection@immigration.go.ke., Tel. No: +254-707-658755
Heads of mission

Those who have served

  1. 2006–2014

    Amb. Dr. Richard Titus Ekai

  2. 2018–2021

    Amb. Patrick Simiyu Wamoto

  3. 2021–2025

    Amb. Lindsay Kimwole Kiptiness

  4. 2026–PresentCurrent

    Amb. Lucy N. Kiruthu, MBS

Nuestra labor

Representing Kenya in Thailand

1.     To the People of Kenya:

                        i.         Facilitation and provision of information on export market and investment opportunities in Thailand, Lao PDR, Cambodia, Viet Nam and Myanmar;

                       ii.         Advisory and facilitation services in education, employment opportunities and travel to the accredited region;

                     iii.         Dissemination of information on Kenya's Foreign Policy and other Government policies;

                     iv.         Provision of consular services, including issuance of travel documents, logistical and assistance for repatriation of incarcerated nationals, trafficked Kenyan victims and human remains, and notifications to next of kin;

                       v.         Authentication of legal documents; vi. Identification and lobbying for international jobs;

                     vi.         Management of Diaspora relations;

                    vii.         Hosting of National Day celebrations; and, ix. Provision of protocol services to visiting Kenyan dignitaries. 

2.     To the Government of Kenya (Ministries, Departments and Agencies):

                        i.         Primary interface with the Governments of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Viet Nam and Myanmar;

                       ii.         Facilitation and participation in events for the promotion of trade, investment, tourism, environment and culture with the countries of accreditation;

                     iii.         Provision of information on areas of possible cooperation between Kenya and countries of accreditation;

                     iv.         Linkage with relevant authorities in Thailand and other countries of accreditation; v. Facilitation of official travel to the accredited countries;

                       v.         Provision and facilitation of protocol services; vii. Timely reports on regional and local political, economic, and cultural developments touching on the bilateral relations between Kenya and the countries of accreditation;

                     vi.         Timely returns on financial, property and human resource management; and,

                    vii.         Liaison services with other Government Ministries/Departments through the State Department of Foreign Affairs.

1.     To the Governments of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Viet Nam and Myanmar:

                        i.         Primary interface with the Governments of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Viet Nam and Myanmar;

                       ii.         Close liaison and cooperation in matters relating to bilateral and diplomatic relations;

                     iii.         Dissemination of information on Kenya, such as history, Government and culture;

                     iv.         Facilitation and participation in promotional events on Trade, investment, tourism, among others;

Facilitation of diplomats to Kenya and participation in international conferences in Kenya.

                       v.         Provision of official liaison and consular services.

                     vi.         Conveyance of official correspondences to and from the Government of Kenya.

                    vii.         Coordinating and participating in multilateral and bilateral negotiations and conclusion of Memoranda of Understanding (MOU's) and agreements; and

                  viii.         Participating in their national and other functions, including exhibitions, conferences, among others. 

2.     To the People of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Viet Nam and Myanmar:

                        i.         Dissemination of information on Kenya, such as history, Government, culture and values;

                       ii.         Creating awareness on Kenyan products and services, and investment and tourism Opportunities;

                     iii.         Establishing and maintaining linkages between Kenyan manufacturers and suppliers of goods and services, and importers in the countries of accreditation; and,

                     iv.         Facilitation of travel to Kenya.

3.     To Foreign Missions accredited to Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Viet Nam and Myanmar:

                        i.         Providing information on major developments in Kenya;

                       ii.         Facilitation of travel to Kenya;

                     iii.         Participating in the National Day celebrations and ceremonies;

                     iv.          Liaison and coordination services with the Diplomatic Community in the countries of accreditation; and,

                       v.         Exchange of experiences within the diplomatic groups, among them; Africa and Commonwealth Groups.

4.     To the Private Sector:

                        i.         Share information on trade and investment opportunities in Kenya for investors from the region and for the Kenyan business community interested in doing business in the countries of accreditation;

                       ii.         Facilitation of business and trade missions to Kenya and vice versa to the countries of accreditation;

                     iii.         Provision of market intelligence;

                     iv.          Mediation and arbitration of disputes involving Kenyan exporters and imorters and vice versa;

                       v.         Facilitation of in investment participation promotion events;

                     vi.         Dissemination of information on trade, investment and tourism opportunities in Kenya as well as on trade and industrial policies; and,

                     ix.         Provision of protocol services. 

What we do for you

Kenya and Thailand →
The people

Our team

Liderazgo de la Misión

Portrait of H.E. Lucy N. Kiruthu, MBS

H.E. Lucy N. Kiruthu, MBS

Jefe de Misión
Mr. Glenns T. Ekisa Etyang

Mr. Glenns T. Ekisa Etyang

Jefe Adjunto de Misión

Mission team

Lucy N. Kiruthu, MBS

Lucy N. Kiruthu, MBS

Embajador

Mr. Alexander Mutinda

Foreign Relations Officer

Mr. Charin Suksonti

Driver

Mr. Edward Maroko

Second Secretary

Mr. Panawat Kosayodom

Office Clerk

Mr. Prasat Chinpa

Driver

Mr. Surasak Deeruek

Driver

Ms. Beatrice Wekesa

Administrative Attaché

Ms. Irene Nduku

First Secretary

Ms. Naparat Suksonti

Receptionist

Ms. Rebecca Mutua

Financial Attaché
Relaciones bilaterales

Kenia and Thailand

BILATERAL RELATIONS AT A GLANCE

1967
Diplomatic relations established
2
Instrumentos en vigor

7 areas of cooperation

  1. Economic and commercial diplomacyExpand Kenyan exports, attract Thai and regional investment, and convert diplomatic engagement into measurable commercial transactions.
  2. Peace, security and protection diplomacyStrengthen cooperation against human trafficking, cyber-enabled fraud, transnational organized crime and unsafe migration, while protecting Kenyan nationals.
  3. Development and technology cooperationScale up agriculture, food security, health, digital transformation, renewable energy, innovation and skills partnerships, including through TICA.
  4. Tourism, culture and public diplomacyPosition Kenya as a premier African tourism, conference, culture and investment destination and deepen people-to-people ties.
  5. Africa–ASEAN engagementLeverage Thailand as a gateway to ASEAN and Kenya as a gateway to East Africa and the wider AfCFTA market.
  6. Diaspora and labour mobilityImprove consular services, strengthen diaspora engagement and pursue safe, regular and mutually beneficial employment pathways.
  7. 60th anniversary diplomacyUse the 2027 milestone to strengthen partnerships and enduring institutional linkages between Kenya and countries of accreditation.
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Información útil

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.

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Cuando estamos cerrados

La misión observa los días festivos de Kenia y los días festivos locales de Tailandia.

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