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Australian Embassy in Kenya

1 embassy

Australia is represented in Kenya by 1 mission: an embassy in Nairobi. Kenyan citizens need an e-Visa for Australia, applied for online before travel.

Australian Embassy in Nairobi

At Limuru Road, Nairobi, the Australian embassy represents Australia towards Kenya. Its website is linked on its page.

Australia visa for Kenyan citizens

KenyaAustralia e-Visa Australia visa for citizens of Kenya

AustraliaKenya Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Kenya visa for citizens of Australia

Australia visa requirements for citizens of Kenya

  • Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Tourist stream, applying outside Australia
  • Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Business Visitor stream
  • Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) and eVisitor (subclass 651)
  • Transit visa (subclass 771)
  • Fee: A$250
  • 5 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Australia requires a visa from Kenyan citizens, available online as an e-Visa. The application is made online on the official portal of Australia, not at the Australian embassy.

Kenya’s missions in Australia

Missions of Kenya in Australia (1)

In return, Kenya has an embassy in Australia, in Canberra.

Good to know

Australia in Kenya

Worldwide, Australia has 127 missions in 90 countries; one of them is in Kenya.

Travel to Kenya for Australian citizens

Australian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for Kenya, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days. In Kenya, Australian citizens can turn to the Australian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Australian embassy in Kenya is closed

The Australian embassy in Kenya closes on Kenya’s public holidays, the next being Jamhuri Day on Saturday 12 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Boxing Day on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Australia, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Australian embassy in Kenya?

The Australian embassy is in Nairobi, at Limuru Road, Nairobi.

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Australia?

Kenyan citizens need a visa for Australia, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.

Do Australian citizens need a visa for Kenya?

Before flying to Kenya, Australian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.

Does Kenya have an embassy in Australia?

Yes, Kenya has its embassy in Canberra.