H.E. Amb. Peter Maina Munyiri, OGW
Head of Mission
About the mission
About the Kenya High Commission in New Delhi
The Republic of Kenya's diplomatic mission to India: consular services, diaspora support and economic diplomacy.
About this mission
Who we are
Our mission
To project, promote and protect Kenya’s interests and image in India and Countries of Accreditation through innovative and effective diplomatic engagement
Our vision
A value based Diplomatic Mission effectively promoting Kenya's national interests
Our values
- Patriotism,
- Customer Focus,
- Professionalism,
- Equity,
- Team Spirit,
- Ethics and Integrity,
Our history
- 1963
This cemented the diplomatic relations with the Government of India having established a High Commission in Kenya after Kenya’s Independence in 1963.
- 1969
The Kenya High Commission in New Delhi was established in 1969.
To project, promote and protect Kenya’s interests in India and countries of accreditation. This includes fostering friendly relations with partner countries in our area of responsibility; facilitating the realisation of Kenya’s development objectives as per Kenya Vision 2030, Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) and fourth medium term plan through development partnerships, trade and investment; ensuring representation in multilateral organisations headquartered in India; promoting the welfare and interest of the Kenyan Diaspora and projecting the image and prestige of Kenya in the region
Service delivery charter
What to expect from us
| Service | What you bring | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Response to the telephones calls and correspondences (letters, emails, Note verbales, invitations, etc) | Receipt of correspondences | Nil | Within three rings, within one working day for emails, two days for letters and Note verbales, and five days for complex issues |
| Response to complaints | Receipt of complain | Nil | Within 2 working days |
Our work
Representing Kenya in India
The Kenya High Commission in New Delhi serves and protects Kenyans living, working and travelling in India, 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
Amb. Mary Mutuku
Deputy Head of Mission
Mission team
H.E. Amb. Peter Munyiri, OGW
High Commissioner
Ms. Winnie Mwanjala
Minister 1
Mr. Chacha Mwita
Second Secretary
Ms. Dorine Wairimu
Second Secretary
Ms. Kasichana Yaa
Second Secretary
Ms. Abigael A. Magumba
Administrative Attache
Bilateral relations
Kenya and India
Kenya and India maintain friendly diplomatic relations grounded in cooperation on trade, regional affairs and people-to-people ties.
The Kenya High Commission in New Delhi advances these interests, supports Kenyan nationals in India and works to deepen commercial and cultural exchange between the two countries.
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 +254 20 331 8888.
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 New Delhi, 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 India.
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