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About the mission

About the Kenya Embassy in Asmara

The Republic of Kenya's diplomatic mission to Eritrea: consular services, diaspora support and economic diplomacy.

Our work

Representing Kenya in Eritrea

The Kenya Embassy in Asmara serves and protects Kenyans living, working and travelling in Eritrea, supports the diaspora, promotes trade and investment between the two countries, and represents Kenya's foreign-policy interests.

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The people

Our team

The team listing is being updated

In the meantime, use the contact details below or book an appointment to reach the office.

Bilateral relations

Kenya and Eritrea

Kenya and Eritrea maintain friendly diplomatic relations grounded in cooperation on trade, regional affairs and people-to-people ties.

The Kenya Embassy in Asmara advances these interests, supports Kenyan nationals in Eritrea and works to deepen commercial and cultural exchange between the two countries.

Get in touch

Contact us

Send an enquiry

We reply within 2 working days. For urgent matters, call the 24/7 line.

No account needed. We never share your details.

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 Asmara, 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 Eritrea.

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