Embassy of Switzerland in Kenya

Services

Contact the responsible Swiss representation or consulate when you want to register or unregister as a resident, when you need a new passport, have moved or wish to apply for citizenship. The entire selection of services offered can be found in the dropdown menu to the right. The contact details of the responsible Swiss representation are shown on the corresponding page.

Swiss citizens who get into difficulties abroad, also can ask for advice and help from the Swiss representative.

The magazine for the Swiss Abroad appears six times a year and provides information about what is happening at home and the activities of Swiss associations abroad. It also answers administrative questions.

Online desk FDFA

Using the FDFA’s online consular services while abroad.

The relevant Swiss representation abroad can answer any questions concerning the FDFA’s online desk.

As the official representation of Switzerland, the Embassy covers all matters concerning diplomatic relations between Switzerland and Kenya, as well as Switzerland and Burundi, Rwanda, Somalia and Uganda. It represents Swiss interests in the areas of political, economic and financial affairs, science, education and culture. It delivers consular services to citizens of Switzerland and other countries. It implements the cooperation strategy for the Horn of Africa.

In order to fulfill these tasks, the Embassy operates in four Divisions. Find out more about the work of each one of them.

Important Current Information on the Situation in Kenya

The Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi is closely following the development of the situation in Kenya and in Nairobi in particular. Its development is currently uncertain. Tensions remain high.
We recommend that you regularly consult the FDFA's travel advice for Kenya and obtain information locally and via the media.
Avoid demonstrations and large gatherings of people. Follow the instructions of the local authorities and be aware of your surroundings.
Keep a low profile and carry proper identification, including a Swiss passport (or a copy) with a valid Kenyan visa.
Inform friends and family about your safety and review your personal safety plans.
We encourage Swiss travelers to download the federal TravelAdmin app and register their trip to Kenya there. This way, our representation can contact you if necessary.
If necessary, you can contact the FDFA helpline: +41 800 24 7 365 or 0 800 24 7 365.

As a result of the armed conflict in Sudan, the Swiss Embassy in Khartoum remains closed.

As of 1 July 2023, the Swiss Embassy in Nairobi (Kenya) will temporarily take over consular services (Swiss abroad, entry and residence visas, preparation of marriage in Switzerland, etc.) for applicants living in Eritrea and Sudan. Therefore, persons from Sudan and Eritrea who wish to avail themselves for Swiss consular services, are requested to contact the Swiss Embassy in Nairobi as of this date.

For visa inquires for persons from Sudan and Eritrea, kindly email: nairobi.khartoum@eda.admin.ch