Consular advice

Travel advisories

Before you travel, check the Ministry's advice for your destination. Conditions can change quickly. Register with your nearest Kenyan mission so we can reach you, and keep your travel documents current.

How to read the levels

Four advisory levels

Each advisory carries one of four levels. The level is shown in words as well as colour.

Level 1Normal precautionsTake the same everyday precautions you would at home. Conditions are broadly stable.
Level 2Exercise increased cautionBe more alert than usual. There are heightened risks to safety or security in some areas.
Level 3Reconsider travelAvoid non-essential travel. Serious risks may affect your safety, movement or access to services.
Level 4Do not travelDo not travel. If you are already there, leave if it is safe to do so and contact your nearest mission.

All advisories

Filter by region and level

12 advisories

Level 4 · Do not travelGlobal

A region experiencing unrest

Do not travel to this region due to ongoing instability and the limited ability of the Ministry to provide consular assistance.

Updated 24 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 3 · Reconsider travelAfrica

Eastern Neighbour

Reconsider travel to certain border and remote areas owing to localised security incidents. Most urban centres remain functional.

Updated 21 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 2 · Exercise increased cautionMiddle East

Gulf Partner State

Exercise increased caution. The country is broadly safe for visitors and workers, but regional developments warrant added awareness.

Updated 19 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 2 · Exercise increased cautionAfrica

Southern African Partner

Exercise increased caution, particularly against opportunistic crime in some urban areas. Tourism and business travel continue normally.

Updated 17 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 2 · Exercise increased cautionAfrica

West African Hub

Exercise increased caution. A growing trade and aviation hub with sound services in the main cities and added care advised in some areas.

Updated 14 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 1 · Normal precautionsEurope

European Partner

Take normal precautions. A stable, well-served destination for study, business and tourism, with reliable consular access.

Updated 12 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 1 · Normal precautionsEurope

Mediterranean Destination

Take normal precautions. A popular leisure destination with strong tourism infrastructure and straightforward consular access.

Updated 10 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 1 · Normal precautionsAmericas

North American Partner

Take normal precautions. A major destination for study, work and family visits, with comprehensive consular coverage.

Updated 8 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 1 · Normal precautionsAsia & Pacific

Asian Business Centre

Take normal precautions. A modern, efficient hub for trade, study and transit, with reliable services for visitors.

Updated 6 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 2 · Exercise increased cautionAmericas

South American Partner

Exercise increased caution, mainly against urban crime in some districts. Tourism and business travel proceed normally.

Updated 4 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 1 · Normal precautionsAsia & Pacific

Pacific Island Destination

Take normal precautions. A calm leisure destination; the main practical considerations are seasonal weather and remoteness.

Updated 2 June 2026Read the advisory →

Level 1 · Normal precautionsAsia & Pacific

East Asian Partner

Take normal precautions. A safe, well-organised destination for study, work and tourism, with reliable consular support.

Updated 30 May 2026Read the advisory →

Before you travel

Travel prepared, travel registered

Register your trip with your nearest Kenyan mission so we can reach you in an emergency, and keep the 24/7 consular line to hand.