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Welcome to the Kenya Embassy, Bujumbura

Consular protection, documents and diaspora support for Kenyans in Burundi. This mission is also accredited to International Conference on the Great Lakes Region.

Consular services

Consular services

Consular and diaspora services at the Kenya Embassy in Bujumbura.

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Emergency Travel Document

A one-trip travel document if your passport is lost, stolen or expired.

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Passport application & renewal

Apply for or renew your Kenyan e-passport.

Document attestation

Authenticate Kenyan certificates and documents for use abroad.

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Dual citizenship & nationality

Dual-citizenship declarations and nationality matters.

Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

Apply for authorisation to travel to Kenya.

Visas & entry requirements

The entry rules, referral visas and documents foreign nationals need for Kenya.

In an emergency

If a Kenyan national is in trouble in Burundi

Arrest, detention, hospitalisation, a death, a lost passport or a crisis. A duty officer answers at any hour, including public holidays.

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What happens when you call the duty officer
  1. 01Call the duty officer

    Give your full name, your passport number if you have it, your location and what has happened.

  2. 02Tell us who else to inform

    Family, a lawyer or your employer. With your consent we keep them updated.

  3. 03We attend and follow up

    We visit where permitted, liaise with the local authorities, and stay with your case until it is resolved.

  4. 04What we cannot do

    We cannot pay fines or legal fees, secure your release, or interfere in another country's courts.

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H.E. Amb. Henry Wambuma
H.E. Amb. Henry WambumaAmbassador
A message from the Ambassador
Welcome to the official website of the Kenya Embassy in Burundi, which also serves as the accredited Mission to the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR).
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Ms. Juliet KabeuMinister (served as Charge d'Affaires Jul-Aug 2025)
H.E. Amb. Henry WambumaAmbassador

Welcome to the official website of the Kenya Embassy in Burundi, which also serves as the accredited Mission to the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR).

Our mission is to foster relations, facilitate diplomatic engagements, and promote mutual benefits between Kenya, Burundi, and the ICGLR member states. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive services and information to further the interests of peace, cooperation, and development in the Great Lakes Region.

Explore our site for insights on consular services, bilateral relations, and regional projects. Together, let’s build a prosperous and united future.

News

Statements, press releases and updates from the Kenya Embassy in Bujumbura.

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News

Mhe. Balozi Henry Wambuma Ashiriki Ufunguzi wa Mkutano wa tatu wa Kimataifa wa Lugha ya Kiswahili Jijini Bujumbura

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Investiture of Ranks for Newly Promoted Kenya Defence Forces Senior Officers in Burundi

Burundi
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H.E. Ambassador Henry Wambuma Hosts African Group Meeting Ahead of Africa Day Celebrations

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Kenya and South Africa Strengthen Bilateral Relations Through Six New Cooperation Agreements

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Events

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EventFrom headquartersGlobal Trust Summit, 03:00 Nairobi timeRegister on the event’s websiteEventFrom headquartersJamhuri Day national celebrations, 03:00 Nairobi timePlaces available

The chancery in Bujumbura

Location
Our Location Rohero I, Off Chaussee du Prince Louis Rwagasore Avenue des Travailleurs No 52 P.O.Box 5138 Mutanga Bujumbura Burundi.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00; Sat–Sun Closed
24/7 emergency line
+254 20 331 8888
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Bujumbura, Burundi

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Check the status of an appointment, application or registration at the Kenya Embassy in Bujumbura.

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