
Acerca de la Embajada de Kenia en Berlín
Misión diplomática de la República de Kenia en Alemania: servicios consulares, apoyo a la diáspora y diplomacia económica.
Who we are
Nuestra misión
Our Mission is to pursue the interests and values of Kenya and Africa at large, in Germany, Czech Republic and Poland,through effective diplomatic engagement.
Our history
- 1964
Kenya opened her embassy in Bonn in 1964, a year after independence — one of the oldest African missions in Germany.
- 2000
On 18 December 2000, the Embassy moved to Berlin, following the relocation of the Federal capital.
Qué hacemos
- Diplomatic relations, consular protection, trade & investment, tourism promotion, diapora engagement, cultural exchange
What to expect from us
| Servicio | What you bring | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriage registration abroad | Two completed General Search Forms for Replacement of Marriage Certificate Two photocopies of the lost or damaged certificate, the applicant's passport photo page, and the National ID | 10 | 3+ months |
| Birth registration abroad | Two completed Application Forms (BDA), notarised photocopies of both parents' passports and Kenyan ID cards Two notarised photocopies of the child's international birth certificate (request the English 3-language version) and, if married, the parents' marriage certificate | 140 | 6+ months |
| Issuance of Pet Import Licences | A written request letter, a copy of the Pet Passport or Export Health Certificate, and proof of up-to-date rabies and other vaccinations A valid Veterinary Health Certificate confirming the pet is fit to travel | 57 | 2 working days |
| Repatriación de nacionales y restos mortales | Proof the deceased was a Kenyan citizen (passport or ID), the German death certificate, and a signed, stamped letter from the funeral directors confirming embalming meets ICAO international air transport guidelines Identification details (name, date and place of birth) must match exactly across the death certificate and other documents to avoid delays Include a self-addressed return envelope with sufficient postage if submitting by post | 0 | |
| Legalización y refrendo de documentos | Original document to be legalised plus a photocopy, a valid Kenyan passport or ID, and proof of residence The Embassy verifies the document's authenticity with the relevant Kenyan authorities before legalising it with an official stamp and signature | 5 - 7 working days | |
| Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage | Two sets of: notarised Affidavit of Single Status, Form MA5, certified copies of the Kenyan applicant's passport and birth certificate, and certified copies of the fiancé(e)'s passport For divorced or widowed applicants: certified copies of the divorce decree or late spouse's death certificate (German original plus English translation) All photocopies must be certified by a notary public (Notar) — scanned copies are not accepted | 120 | 6+ months |
| Birth & Death Certificate | Two completed General Search Forms for Replacement of Birth/Death Certificate Two photocopies of the lost or damaged certificate, the applicant's passport photo page, and the National ID | 10 | 3+ months |
| Certificado de Antecedentes Penales | Two copies of the Police Clearance Certificate application form Complete set of rolled and plain fingerprints on Form C.24, taken and endorsed by a police authority — photocopies are not accepted Original Kenyan ID and a full photocopy of the passport (all pages), plus a letter explaining why the certificate is needed | 38 | 3+ months |
| Ciudadanía | Dual citizenship: notarised Form 3 and Oath of Allegiance, Kenyan passport/ID/birth certificate, German citizenship certificate translated to English — apply online at fns.immigration.go.ke; processing fee Kshs. 20,050 plus a Kshs. 10,050 issuance fee on approval Regaining Kenyan citizenship (for those who lost it before 27 August 2010): Form 1, Oath of Allegiance, a Police Clearance Certificate; processing fee Kshs. 20,050 plus a Kshs. 50,050 issuance fee Voluntary renunciation: online application via fns.immigration.go.ke (Form 6), proof of the new citizenship, original Kenyan passport and ID Processing can take up to 6 months or longer — do not staple documents Failure to disclose dual citizenship within 3 months can attract a fine of up to KSh 5 million, up to 3 years' imprisonment, or both | 500 | 6+ months |
| Kenyan ID Application | First-time / 1st-generation applicants: Form Reg. 136A, original 1st-generation ID (if any), Kenyan birth certificate, passport bio-data page, copies of parents' ID Lost, damaged or mutilated ID: Form Reg. 136A, police report from the country of loss, notarised affidavit explaining the loss Change of particulars (e.g. name after marriage): Form Reg. 136A, original ID, marriage certificate or Deed Poll and Kenya Gazette Notice Two passport-size photos on a white background and a self-addressed registered envelope, for all application types | 50 |
Representing Kenya in Germany
The Kenya Embassy in Berlin serves and protects Kenyans living, working and travelling in Germany, supports the diaspora, promotes trade and investment between the two countries, and represents Kenya's foreign-policy interests.
What we do for you
- Servicios consulares
- Reservar una cita
- Regístrese en la misión
- Servicios para la diáspora
- Comercio e inversión
- Alertas de viaje
Our team
Liderazgo de la Misión

Mohamed Amin Sheikh Nuh
Mission team
Bernard Isaac Wekesa
Catherine Njeri Kivuva
Peter Kimani Gikonyo Kuria
Nasimiyu Wekesa, OGW
Lilian Wangari Ndiritu
Dorin Kainyu Miriti
Caroline Wachu Matemo
Graham Cheche Ngeru
Elizabeth Mueni Mutua
Washingtone Mijele
Kenia and Germany
Kenia y Alemania mantienen una sólida asociación en comercio, inversión, formación profesional y cooperación para el desarrollo.
Alemania es un socio valioso en energía verde, desarrollo sostenible y capacitación, con crecientes lazos comerciales y tecnológicos.
Comercio Alemania es un socio comercial e inversor europeo significativo.
5 areas of cooperation
- Comercio e inversión
- Formación y capacitación profesional
- Energía renovable
- Desarrollo sostenible
- Tecnología e investigación
Contáctenos
Consulta enviada
Gracias. Hemos registrado su consulta con la referencia y responderá por correo electrónico en un plazo de 2 días hábiles.
¿En una emergencia en el extranjero? No espere una respuesta por correo electrónico. Llame a la línea consular 24/7 al +49 162 266 2131.
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 Berlín, consulte a la misión sobre los cónsules honorarios o las clínicas consulares móviles cerca de usted.
Cuando estamos cerrados
La misión observa los días festivos de Kenia y los días festivos locales de Alemania.
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