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Irish Embassy in Kenya

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In Kenya, Ireland has an embassy in Nairobi. Kenyan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland.

Irish Embassy in Nairobi

Embassy of Ireland in Nairobi

Embassy · Nairobi

Today · Closed

Address: Waiyaki Way, Nairobi
Phone: +254 20 5135300
Website: ireland.ie

Ireland has its embassy in Nairobi, the capital; the address on record is Waiyaki Way, Nairobi. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Ireland visa for Kenyan citizens

KenyaIreland Visa required Ireland visa for citizens of Kenya

IrelandKenya Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Kenya visa for citizens of Ireland

Ireland visa requirements for citizens of Kenya

Short-stay 'C' visit visa (tourism, family/friends)
Transit visa
Study and work (brief)
Fee: €60
9 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Ireland requires Kenyan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. From Kenya, the application is made at the Irish embassy in Nairobi or through a visa centre appointed by Ireland.

Kenya’s missions in Ireland

Missions of Kenya in Ireland (1)

In return, Kenya has an embassy in Ireland, in Dublin.

Good to know

Ireland in Kenya

Worldwide, Ireland has 141 missions in 77 countries; one of them is in Kenya.

Travel to Kenya for Irish citizens

Before flying to Kenya, Irish citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed. In Kenya, Irish citizens can turn to the Irish embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Irish embassy in Kenya is closed

The Irish 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 Ireland, such as Christmas Day (Lá Nollag) on Friday 25 December 2026.