Life-threatening emergency? Call the local emergency number first.
Then contact the nearest Kenyan mission or the SDDA consular team for assistance.
Emergency Assistance for Kenyans Abroad
We’re here to help in cases of arrest/detention, lost passport, medical emergency, natural disasters, or safety risks.
Nearest Kenyan Mission
Find mission contacts
Tip: If unsure, call the SDDA hotline above and we’ll direct you.
Report an Incident
Share basic details so we can assist faster. Do not include sensitive bank PINs/passwords.
What we can do
- • Contact local authorities and your next of kin (with consent).
- • Provide consular guidance and documentation support.
- • Issue emergency travel documents where applicable.
What we cannot do
- • Pay fines, legal fees, or private medical bills.
- • Interfere with local judicial processes.
- • Provide accommodation or employment.
Quick guides
File a police report, call the nearest Kenyan mission, and keep a copy of your ID/visa if available.
Request to contact the Kenyan mission; do not sign documents you don’t understand; note badge/agency details.
Call local emergency services; share allergies/conditions; contact us for documentation and next-of-kin support.
