The Division is responsible for protecting the rights and promoting the welfare and interests of Kenyans in the diaspora.

The Division facilitates repatriation of distressed Kenyans and human remains, medical evacuations, and safety evacuations during crises. It also assists with tracing lost loved ones, prison visits, and providing psycho-social support through counseling. Additionally, the Division helps with the acquisition, renewal, or replacement of vital documents like birth certificates, passports, certificates of good conduct, and identification cards through Mobile Consular Services.

While the State Department may not provide legal representation, it will inform your family of your arrest, and embassy staff will visit you to offer advice and provide a list of local lawyers or organizations offering pro bono services.

Register with the nearest Kenyan Embassy/Consulate/High Commission or, if unavailable, with a mission of a friendly country or an East African Community Partner State. Join local Kenyan communities and Diaspora Associations for support and socialization.

Research the country’s visa and immigration rules, culture, and employment laws. Ensure you understand the dos and don’ts to avoid legal issues. Obey all the laws of the country.

Contact the nearest Kenyan Mission or the State Department for Diaspora Affairs via email, providing details like your name, form of distress, passport/ID number, and the country you are in. If unable to report yourself, a relative or friend can report on your behalf.

Report the death to the State Department for Diaspora Affairs via email at diaspora@mfa.go.ke with all necessary details, including the name, passport number, and location of the deceased.

Find a safe place and contact the Kenyan Embassy/Consulate/High Commission. You can also reach out to the State Department for Diaspora Affairs via email.

The family of the deceased is usually responsible, though employers or institutions may cover the costs depending on the employment contract or terms of admission.

Cooperate with law enforcement and request them to notify your Embassy/Consulate/High Commission immediately.