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Welfare

Death of a Kenyan abroad

When a Kenyan national dies abroad, the mission supports the family with documentation, liaison with local authorities and guidance on burial locally or repatriation of the remains.

Consular

Who it is for

Families of Kenyan nationals who have died abroad.

How it works

  1. 1Contact the mission with the details and any documents you have.
  2. 2The mission liaises with local authorities and confirms the requirements.
  3. 3The family chooses local burial or repatriation of the remains.
  4. 4The mission assists with the documentation for the chosen option.

Good to know

  • Repatriation of remains and related costs are met by the family - see Repatriation of nationals & remains.

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Emergencies

Arrest or detention abroad

Consular support if you are arrested, detained or imprisoned abroad.

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Serious illness or hospitalisation

Help during a medical emergency, serious illness or hospitalisation abroad.

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