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About the mission

About the Kenya High Commission in Canberra

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

About this mission

Who we are

Our mission

To pursue Kenya’s national and strategic interests in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Island Countries through effective diplomatic engagements.

Our vision

A model Diplomatic Mission advancing Kenya’s interests in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Island Countries.

Our mandate

What we are here to do

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The Kenya High Commission, Canberra draws its mandate from Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kenya for articulation of Kenya’s Foreign Policy in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Island Countries.

Our work

Representing Kenya in Australia

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

What we do for you

Kenya and Australia →
The people

Our team

Mission leadership

H.E. Amb. Dr. Wilson K. Kogo

Head of Mission

Mr. Fred R.O. Eshikuta

Minister/Deputy Head of Mission
Bilateral relations

Kenya and Australia

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

The Kenya High Commission in Canberra advances these interests, supports Kenyan nationals in Australia 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 Canberra, 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 Australia.

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