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Official service • diaspora engagement • economic diplomacy

Consulate General of the Republic of Kenya in Los Angeles

Access consular services, explore opportunities and experience Kenya from across the U.S. West Coast and beyond.

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Welcome

Citizen-centred service, representation and partnership

The Consulate General in Los Angeles advances Kenya’s interests through consular services, diaspora engagement, economic diplomacy, and institutional partnerships. This digital front door helps our customers from across the US West Coast and beyond to access our consular services, explore opportunities and experience Kenya.

Partnerships and shared prosperity

Anchored in the Consulate’s 2023–2027 strategic plan priorities, the Consulate General welcomes Kenyan citizens in the US West Coast, investors, travelers and explorers, and our partners to take advantage of this platform to access information in a simple, fast and efficient manner. Download the Strategic Plan 2023-2027 popular version.

Portrait of Amb. Ezra Chiloba Simiyu, Consul General of Kenya in Los Angeles

Amb. Ezra Chiloba Simiyu

Consul General / Head of Mission

Consul General of the Republic of Kenya in Los Angeles

Updates and notices

Latest Updates & Notices

Consular Update

Passport and citizenship applicants should review requirements before booking appointments

Applicants are encouraged to review all requirements, forms, photos, receipts and mailing instructions before booking or attending appointments.

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Travel Advisory

Use official Government of Kenya portals for eTA and eCitizen services

Travellers and applicants should use official portals and avoid unofficial third-party websites.

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Office Closure

Public holiday and office closure notices will be published here

Office closure notices and public holiday updates will appear under Latest Updates & Notices.

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Kenyans in distress

Emergency and welfare support

The Consulate may provide guidance in cases involving lost travel documents, arrest or detention, medical emergencies, death abroad and other welfare concerns, within the limits of Kenyan and U.S. law.

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Economic diplomacy

Kenya–West Coast opportunity platform

Connect with opportunities in agribusiness, technology, climate innovation, education, tourism, film, creative economy and diaspora-led enterprise.

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