🇰🇪 Is Kenya safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Kenya: 40 diplomatic missions from 39 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Kenya
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Travel insurance may be void if you visit areas where FCDO advises against travel
- Check that your policy covers your planned itinerary, activities and emergency costs
- Travel to Kenya is recommended with caution; certain areas should be avoided entirely
- Temperature checks and medical forms required at international airports and other entry points
- 22 counties declared high-risk by Kenya's Health Ministry, including Nairobi and Mombasa
Risk areas and situations
- All travel advised against: Mandera County, Tarbaj & Wajir East constituencies, areas within 60km of Somalia border
- All travel advised against: Garissa County except Garissa Town, Lagdera constituency and specified Balambala areas
- All travel advised against: Lamu County except Lamu Island and Manda Island — terrorism risk from Somalia-based groups
- Essential travel only: Garissa Town, Tana River County north of Tana River up to Saka
- Demonstrations in Nairobi and other cities can turn violent; avoid protest areas and political gatherings
- Border counties with Uganda among the 22 high-risk cholera zones identified by Kenyan authorities
- April and May bring heavy rains and flooding across Kenya, including Nairobi and national parks
Health
- WHO declared a Public Health Emergency (Bundibugyo cholera strain) affecting the East Africa region in May 2026
- No cases detected in Kenya yet, but the entire East Africa region is on alert for potential spread
- Follow official sources for health updates and apply hygiene precautions outlined in travel health guidance
Emergency numbers in Kenya
Embassies and consulates in Kenya
40 diplomatic missions from 39 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | 2 | Mombasa, Nairobi |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | |
| 🇦🇴 Angola | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇧🇾 Belarus | 1 | Nairobi |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Nairobi |
…and 27 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Kenya is Swahili. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Swahili, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kenya safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Kenya is 2.5/4 (High risk, level 3 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Kenya?
The general emergency number in Kenya is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Kenya?
Telcomia tracks 40 diplomatic missions from 39 countries in Kenya, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.