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British High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya

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British High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya, located at Upper Hill Road. View a location map, get driving directions to the High Commission of United Kingdom, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • High Commission Address

    Upper Hill Road
    PO Box 30465-00100
    Nairobi
    Kenya

  • Telephone

    +254 20 284 4000

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Thursday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Friday 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Tuesday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 4:00 PM

    🕒 Current time in Nairobi: 12:17 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the British High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the High Commission may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the High Commission directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Utamaduni Day (Huduma Day): October 10 Flag of Kenya
  • Mashujaa Day: October 20 Flag of Kenya
  • Jamhuri Day: December 12 Flag of Kenya
  • Christmas Day: December 25 Flag of United Kingdom Flag of Kenya

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the British High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya:

  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Kenyan passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter the United Kingdom.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Online Resources

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Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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See also

Kenya in United Kingdom

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Nearby Airports

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
    (12.51 km away)
    Nairobi
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This page was last edited on 16 April 2026 at 01:18 AM (EST).

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