Updated 27 January 2025

Kenya

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Exercise increased caution with higher advice levels in some areas

Overview 

There are more significant safety or security concerns than you would usually find in New Zealand because of terrorism and violent crime, with some areas where you should avoid non-essential travel or not travel to. 

There is a heightened risk of terrorism throughout Kenya. Attacks could be directed at foreigners or places frequented by travellers. Be security conscious at all times. 

Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Kenya should be aware of are: 

  • Kidnapping – be aware of the ongoing risk of kidnapping.  
  • Violent crime – there is a high crime rate, particularly in major cities and at coastal beach resorts. Carjacking, mugging and armed robbery is common especially in urban areas. 
  • Civil unrest – there is the potential for escalated tensions and civil disorder in the lead up to election periods and after the declaration of results. Avoid all demonstrations, protests and large public gatherings. 

See below for detailed travel advice. 

Nearest office

New Zealand Embassy Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Street Address:
Bole Sub City, Woreda 03, House No 111, Behind Atlas Hotel/close to Shala Park, (Namibia Street), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Postal Address:
New Zealand Embassy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Private Bag 18-901 Wellington Mail Centre 5045, Wellington

Telephone:
+251-11-515-1269

Email:
[email protected]

Website:
www.mfat.govt.nz/ethiopia

Hours:
Open to the public: Monday – Friday, 9am-12pm by appointment

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