H.E. Amb. Joseph Musyoka Masila
Jefe de Misión
Sobre la misión
Sobre la Embajada de Kenia en Riad
La misión diplomática de la República de Kenia en Arabia Saudita: servicios consulares, apoyo a la diáspora y diplomacia económica.
Sobre esta misión
Who we are
Nuestra misión
To pursue, strengthen and deepen the interests and values of the Kenyan people through effective diplomatic engagement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Iraq.
Our vision
A trusted, accessible and forward-looking diplomatic mission that strengthens the strategic partnership between Kenya and Saudi Arabia and uplifts every Kenyan in the Kingdom
Our values
- Patriotismo
- Integridad
- Customer Focus
- Good Governance
- Inclusiveness
- Team Spirit
Our history
- 1977
The Republic of Kenya and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia established diplomatic relations in 1977 and have since enjoyed cordial ties.
- 1977
Kenya’s first Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was Amb. Mwambili Kisaka who served from November 1977 to January 1979
- 1983
The Embassy was later moved to Riyadh in 1983, when Riyadh was made the Capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- 1983
The Chancery was acquired on 3rd January 1983 by the Government of Kenya (GOK) and sits on 2740 sq meters plot, located in the Diplomatic Quarter (DQ).
Qué hacemos
- Articulate and implement Kenya’s Foreign Policy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other countries of accreditation
- Project, promote and protect Kenya’s interests and image in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other countries of accreditation
- Implement our Service Delivery Charter
- Harness Kenya’s diaspora in the countries of accreditation for national development
- Provide consular services to the diaspora in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and countries of accreditation.
Articulate and implement Kenya’s Foreign Policy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other countries of accreditation. Project, promote and protect Kenya’s interests and image in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other countries of accreditation.
Service delivery charter
What to expect from us
| Servicio | What you bring | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilitation of Passport Application and Replacement | Print out of application made on eCitizen; Copy of Kenyan ID; Copy of Birth Certicicate; Proof of online paymentpayment; Copy of old Passport (for renewal); Police Report (for lost Passport);) | Ksh. 7,500 for A - Series; Ksh. 9,500 for B - Series; Ksh. 12, 500 for C-Series; Diplomatic Passport Ksh. 15, 000; Lost/Mutilated Passport Ksh. 20,000 | Sixty (60) working days |
| Issuance of Emergency Travel Document (ETDs) | Receipt of request and requisite document | SAR. 80 | within three (3) working days |
| Translation of documents | Receipt of request and requisite document; Payment Receipt | SAR. 80 | within four (4) working days |
| Facilitation of Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to Kenya | Receipt of online request through: http://www.etakenya.go.ke; valid documentation and proof of payment of visa fees where applicable | 30 USD | within five (5) working days upon receipt of the request |
| Facilitate Application for Kenyan Birth Certifcate | Duly filled form for application for registration of births occurring abroad; A certified and translated copy of Saudi Birt Notification or Birth Certificate ; Parents National ID/ Passport; Parents marriage certificate where applicable | SAR 100 | within sixty (60) working days |
| Attestation of Job Orders | Demand Letter; Power of Attorney; Inter Party Agreement - All these endorsed by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs Chambers of Commerce; Valid Certificate of Kenyan Agency - issued by the National Employment Authority of Kenya (NEA); Sample Employment Contract; National Adress of the Saudi Agency | SAR. 115 | within three (3) working days |
| Response/ Resolution to public complaints and grievances | Receipt of verbal or written compliant | Gratuito | within one (1) working day; For complicated complaints/issues, we will give an initial reply of when the full resolution should be expected |
| Processing of request for information access | Receipt of request for information | Gratuito | Within twenty one (21) days from the date of receipt |
| Facilitation of Applications for Regaining of Kenyan Citizenship | Online application | Ksh. 70, 000 | |
| Facilitation of Applications for Declaration of Dual Citizenship | Online application | Ksh. 30, 000 | |
| Facilitate Issuance of Certificates of No impediment to marriage | Online application | Ksh. 10, 000 | |
| Facilitation of various classes of Entry Permits | Online application | Ksh. 10, 000 | |
| Facilitate Applications of Special Passes | Online Application | USD. 201 monthly | |
| Attestation of Official Document | Submitted Documents | SAR. 50 per document | |
| Facilitation of repatriations of Mortal remains | Gratuito | ||
| facilitate DNA Comparison for undocumented Kenyan Children | Buccal Swabs Ksh. 8, 500; Nails Ksh. 15,050 | ||
| Attest foreign Contracts due for renewal or extension | Gratuito |
Heads of mission
Those who have served
- 1977–1977
Mr. D.D. Afande , CDA
- 1977–1979
Amb. Mwabili Kisaka, Head of Mission
- 1979–1983
Amb. Noah Okulu
- 1983–1984
Mr. G Raichenah, CDA
- 1983–1988
Amb. Ali Mohamed Abdi
- 1988–1993
Amb. Yunis Mahat
- 1993–1995
Amb. Said Hemed Said
- 1997–2001
Amb. Salim Juma
- 2001–2002
Amb. Mohamed Omar Soba
- 2002–2004
Amb. Mohammed Aden Mahat
- 2006–2010
Amb. Dr. Yusuf Abdulrahman Nzibo
- 2006–2010
Amb. Abubakar Abdi Ogle
- 2010–2014
Amb. Mohamud Ali Saleh
- 2014–2017
Amb. Mohamed Abdi Mohamud
- 2017–2018
Mr. Ibrahim Khamis Adan, CDA
- 2019–2023
Amb. Peter Ogego
- 2024–2026
Amb. Ramadhan Ruwange
Nuestra labor
Representing Kenya in Saudi Arabia
The Kenya Embassy in Riyadh serves and protects Kenyans living, working and travelling in Saudi Arabia, 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
The people
Our team
Liderazgo de la Misión
Amb. Suleiman Ibrahim Roba
Deputy Head of Mission (nominee)
Mission team
Col. James Hirbo
Defence Attache
Mr. Charles Oure
Immigration Attaché
Mr. Hassan Jimale
Foreign Relations Officer
Mr. Kephas Odiambo
Labour Attaché
Mr. Rambao Malembwa
Immigration Attaché
Mr. Yusuf Faki
Second Secretary
Ms. Emma Gicheha
Head of Chancery
Ms. Hawo Abdi
Finance Attaché
Ms. Linah Vushiru Lumidi
Administrative Attaché
Ms. Momina Adan
Second Secretary
Relaciones bilaterales
Kenia and Saudi Arabia
Kenia y Arabia Saudita mantienen relaciones diplomáticas amistosas basadas en la cooperación en comercio, asuntos regionales y lazos interpersonales.
La misión de Kenia en Yeda promueve estos intereses, apoya a los ciudadanos kenianos en Arabia Saudita y trabaja para profundizar el intercambio comercial y cultural entre ambos países.
Recent coverage
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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.
Si vive lejos de Riad, 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 kenianos y los días festivos locales de Arabia Saudita.
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