● Republic of Kenya Official Diplomatic Mission |Western Province Consular Jurisdiction - KSA
24/7 Consular Distress:
+966 xx xxx xxxx
CONSULATE OF THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA
JEDDAH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
• DIPLOMATIC MISSION • WESTERN PROVINCE KSA
Welcome to the Consulate of the Republic of Kenya in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Protecting Kenya’s interests, serving the diaspora, and fostering trade, cultural, and
diplomatic ties across the Western Province of Saudi Arabia.
60+
YEARS DIPLOMATIC TIES
150k+
KENYAN DIASPORA IN KSA
24/7
EMERGENCY CONSULAR CARE
72 Hrs
AVERAGE ETA PROCESSING
• DIRECT CONSULAR PROTOCOLS
Consular & Citizen Assistance
NATIONAL REGISTRY
Passport & Citizen Services
Renewal, replacement, and child
registration for Kenyan nationals
residing in Western KSA.
OFFICIAL VERIFICATION
Attestation & Legalization
Verification of commercial
documents, police clearance,
power of attorney, and educational
certificates.
ENTRY AUTHORIZATION
Visa & Travel (eTA)
Electronic Travel Authorization
information and direct portal access
for visitors to Kenya.
HOLY SITES PROTOCOL
Hajj & Umrah Liaison
Dedicated assistance and cultural
liaison for Kenyans visiting the Holy
Cities of Makkah and Madinah.
HARAMBEE
His Excellency
AMBASSADOR / CONSUL GENERAL
Western Region • Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
DIPLOMATIC COMMUNIQUÉ & ADDRESS
Ambassador’s Welcome Message
“I am deeply honored to extend a warm welcome to the official portal of the
Consulate General / Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Jeddah, Kingdom of
Saudi Arabia. This platform provides comprehensive information on Kenya’s
diplomatic engagement, trade opportunities, consular support, and rich
heritage. Serving as a key bridge between Kenya and the Western Province of
Saudi Arabia, our Mission is dedicated to supporting our vibrant diaspora,
expanding bilateral economic partnerships, and welcoming visitors to Kenya.”
SOVEREIGN PARTNERSHIP & HERITAGE
Kenya–Saudi Arabia Bilateral Relations
Diplomatic relations between the Republic of Kenya and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are built on mutual respect, economic cooperation, and shared strategic interests. Over the decades, bilateral ties have expanded rapidly across labor, commerce, infrastructure, energy, and agriculture. The diplomatic presence in Jeddah serves as a key nexus for trade, regional connectivity, and servicing the needs of the growing Kenyan community in Saudi Arabia’s Western Region.
The Gateway to East Africa
Kenya is the financial, logistical, and technological hub of East Africa, offering access to over 460 million consumers through the East African Community (EAC) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Capital & Strategic Hubs
Nairobi serves as the seat of government and host to the United Nations Headquarters in Africa (UNEP, UN-Habitat). Other key commercial centers include Mombasa (the primary deep-water port on the Indian Ocean), Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret.
Economic Overview
Driven by modern infrastructure (JKIA, SGR), a vibrant tech sector, and world-class exports— including tea, coffee, cut flowers, and horticultural products.
MAGICAL KENYA DESTINATION PORTAL
The World’s Premier Safari Destination
Kenya offers unmatched landscapes, from savannas teeming with wildlife to pristine white-sand beaches along the Indian Ocean, snow-capped mountains, and Great Rift Valley lakes.
NOTICE TO INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS
Fast Online Processing
Official Kenya Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
“All foreign visitors traveling to Kenya must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) prior to departure.”
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Confirmed travel itinerary
Hotel booking & accommodation proof
Standard payment card
DIPLOMATIC REPRESENTATION & PUBLIC INQUIRIES
Contact Chancellery & Consular Section
Direct all official communiqués, document verification inquiries, and emergency consular requests to our diplomatic mission in Jeddah.
Consulate General Address Block
Diplomatic Quarter / Al-Andalus District
Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Working Hours
Sunday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
(Closed on Friday, Saturday, and Official Kenyan/Saudi Holidays)
Direct Lines & Digital Desks
TELEPHONE (CHANCELLERY)
+966 12 xxx xxxx
CONSULAR & PASSPORT HOTLINE
+966 xx xxx xxxx
GENERAL DIPLOMATIC EMAIL
info@kenyaconsulatejeddah.com
Consular Query & Appointment
Submit an official inquiry to the respective diplomatic desk.