H.E. Amb. Kenneth Milimo Nganga
Head of Mission
About the mission
About the Kenya Embassy in Abu Dhabi
The Republic of Kenya's diplomatic mission to the United Arab Emirates: consular services, diaspora support and economic diplomacy.
About this mission
Who we are
Our mission
To advance Kenya's Foreign Policy in United Arab Emirates through effective diplomatic engagement.
Our vision
A dynamic Mission contributing to Kenya's national Interests in the United Arab Emirates.
Our history
- 1982
The Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Abu Dhabi was established in 1982 to strengthen Kenya’s diplomatic presence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Our work
Representing Kenya in the United Arab Emirates
The Kenya Embassy in Abu Dhabi serves and protects Kenyans living, working and travelling in the United Arab Emirates, supports the diaspora, promotes trade and investment between the two countries, and represents Kenya's foreign-policy interests.
What we do for you
- Consular services
- Book an appointment
- Register with the mission
- Diaspora services
- Trade and investment
- Travel advisories
The people
Our team
Mission leadership
Bilateral relations
Kenya and the United Arab Emirates
Kenya and the United Arab Emirates enjoy fast-growing ties in trade, investment, logistics and a large Kenyan workforce across the Emirates.
A Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement anchors an expanding commercial relationship, complemented by cooperation on labour mobility and consular welfare.
Trade The UAE is among Kenya’s top trading partners and a key gateway market.
5 areas of cooperation
- Trade and the Economic Partnership Agreement
- Investment and logistics
- Labour mobility and worker welfare
- Aviation and tourism
- Food security
Get in touch
Contact us
Enquiry sent
Thank you. We have logged your enquiry under reference and will reply by email within 2 working days.
In an emergency abroad? Do not wait for an email reply. Call the 24/7 consular line on +971 54 220 8646.
Good to know
Before you visit
What to bring
- Your booking reference (book online before you come).
- A valid passport or national ID, and a photocopy.
- The supporting documents for your service.
- Proof of any eCitizen payment for the service.
- Arrive about 10 minutes early, with a pen.
If you live far from Abu Dhabi, ask the mission about honorary consuls or mobile consular clinics near you.
When we're closed
The mission observes Kenyan public holidays and the local public holidays of the United Arab Emirates.
Kenyan public holidays
- 1 JunMadaraka Day
- 10 OctUtamaduni (Huduma) Day
- 20 OctMashujaa Day
- 12 DecJamhuri Day
- 25–26 DecChristmas and Boxing Day
- 1 JanNew Year's Day
- VariesGood Friday, Easter Monday and Eid