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South Korean Embassy in Kenya

1 embassy

In Kenya, South Korea has an embassy in Nairobi. South Korea requires a visa from Kenyan citizens, available online as an e-Visa.

South Korean Embassy in Nairobi

At Westlands Road, Nairobi, the South Korean embassy represents South Korea towards Kenya. Its phone number and website are on its page.

South Korea visa for Kenyan citizens

KenyaSouth Korea e-Visa South Korea visa for citizens of Kenya

South KoreaKenya Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Kenya visa for citizens of South Korea

South Korea visa requirements for citizens of Kenya

  • K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)
  • e-Arrival Card
  • Short-term visit visa (C-3), e.g. C-3-9 general tourism, C-3-4 general business
  • Student and work visas (D and E series)
  • Fee: ₩10,000
  • 10 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Kenyan citizens need a visa for South Korea, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa. The application is made online on the official portal of South Korea, not at the South Korean embassy.

Kenya’s missions in South Korea

Missions of Kenya in South Korea (1)

In return, Kenya has an embassy in South Korea, in Seoul.

Good to know

South Korea in Kenya

Worldwide, South Korea has 218 missions in 127 countries; one of them is in Kenya.

Travel to Kenya for South Korean citizens

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

When the South Korean embassy in Kenya is closed

The South Korean 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 South Korea, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the South Korean embassy in Kenya?

The South Korean embassy is in Nairobi, at Westlands Road, Nairobi.

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for South Korea?

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

Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Kenya?

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

Does Kenya have an embassy in South Korea?

Yes, Kenya has its embassy in Seoul.