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Spanish Embassy in Kenya

1 embassy

Spain is represented in Kenya by 1 mission: an embassy in Nairobi. Spain requires Kenyan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Spanish Embassy in Nairobi

The Spanish embassy is in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, at CBA Building, Mara & Ragati Roads, Upper Hill, Nairobi. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Spain visa for Kenyan citizens

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Spain visa requirements for citizens of Kenya

  • Schengen visa (type C) – tourism, family visit, business, events, short studies
  • National visas (type D) – study, work, family reunification, non-lucrative residence, digital nomad
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Fee: €90
  • 20 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Kenyan citizens need a visa for Spain, obtained before travel. From Kenya, the application is made at the Spanish embassy in Nairobi or through a visa centre appointed by Spain.

Kenya’s missions in Spain

Missions of Kenya in Spain (1)

In return, Kenya has an embassy in Spain, in Madrid.

Good to know

Spain in Kenya

Worldwide, Spain has 297 missions in 126 countries; one of them is in Kenya.

Travel to Kenya for Spanish citizens

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

When the Spanish embassy in Kenya is closed

The Spanish 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 Spain, such as Constitution Day (Día de la Constitución) on Sunday 6 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Spanish embassy in Kenya?

The Spanish embassy is in Nairobi, at CBA Building, Mara & Ragati Roads, Upper Hill, Nairobi.

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Spain?

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

Do Spanish citizens need a visa for Kenya?

Spanish citizens do not need a visa for Kenya, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.

Does Kenya have an embassy in Spain?

Yes, Kenya has its embassy in Madrid.