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French Embassy in Kenya

1 embassy

France is represented in Kenya by 1 mission: an embassy in Nairobi. Kenyan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.

French Embassy in Nairobi

France has its embassy in Nairobi, the capital; the address on record is Peponi Gardens, off Peponi Road, Nairobi. Its phone number and website are on its page.

France visa for Kenyan citizens

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FranceKenya Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Kenya visa for citizens of France

France visa requirements for citizens of Kenya

  • Uniform Schengen visa (type C) for France – tourism or private visit
  • Long-stay visa (type D) – study, work, family
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Fee: €90
  • 13 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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France requires Kenyan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. Applicants in Kenya turn to the French embassy in Nairobi; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Kenya’s missions in France

Missions of Kenya in France (1)

In return, Kenya has an embassy in France, in Paris.

Good to know

France in Kenya

Worldwide, France has 386 missions in 176 countries; one of them is in Kenya.

Travel to Kenya for French citizens

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

When the French embassy in Kenya is closed

The French 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 France, such as Armistice Day (Armistice 1918) on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the French embassy in Kenya?

The French embassy is in Nairobi, at Peponi Gardens, off Peponi Road, Nairobi.

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for France?

Kenyan citizens need a visa for France, obtained before travel.

Do French citizens need a visa for Kenya?

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

Does Kenya have an embassy in France?

Yes, Kenya has its embassy in Paris.