À propos du Haut-commissariat du Kenya à Abuja
La mission diplomatique de la République du Kenya au Nigéria : services consulaires, soutien à la diaspora et diplomatie économique.
Who we are
Notre mission
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.
Ce que nous faisons
- 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
| Service | 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 jour ouvrable |
| 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 jour ouvrable |
| 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
Direction de la Mission
James M. Kiiru
Kenya and Nigeria
Le Kenya et le Nigéria entretiennent des relations diplomatiques amicales fondées sur la coopération en matière de commerce, d'affaires régionales et de liens interpersonnels.
La Haute Commission du Kenya à Abuja promeut ces intérêts, soutient les ressortissants kenyans au Nigeria et œuvre à l'approfondissement des échanges commerciaux et culturels entre les deux pays.
Nous contacter
Demande envoyée
Merci. Nous avons enregistré votre demande sous la référence et vous répondra par courriel dans un délai de 2 jours ouvrables.
En cas d'urgence à l'étranger ? N'attendez pas de réponse par courriel. Appelez la ligne consulaire 24h/24 et 7j/7 au +254 20 331 8888.
Avant votre visite
Ce qu'il faut apporter
- Votre référence de réservation (réservez en ligne avant votre venue).
- Un passeport ou une carte d'identité nationale valide, et une photocopie.
- Les documents justificatifs pour votre service.
- Preuve de tout paiement eCitizen pour le service.
- Arriver environ 10 minutes à l'avance, muni d'un stylo.
Si vous habitez loin d'Abuja, renseignez-vous auprès de la mission sur les consuls honoraires ou les cliniques consulaires mobiles près de chez vous.
Quand nous sommes fermés
La mission observe les jours fériés kenyans et les jours fériés locaux du Nigeria.
Kenyan public holidays
- 1 juinJour de Madaraka
- 10 oct.Journée Utamaduni (Huduma)
- 20 oct.Journée des héros
- 12 déc.Jour de la Jamhuri
- 25-26 déc.Noël et le lendemain de Noël
- 1 janv.Jour de l'An
- DiversVendredi saint, lundi de Pâques et Aïd
