Welcome to the website of the Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi!

This Embassy is in charge of the relations between Switzerland and Kenya as well as Burundi, Rwanda, the Seychelles, Somalia and Uganda. It is also the Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United Nations Environment Programme in Nairobi.

You will find in the next pages a wealth of useful information and insight about Switzerland, as well as its bilateral relations with Kenya.

For Swiss citizens living in Kenya, you will also find information and useful links about consular services.

If you are interested in entering Switzerland for travel, business or study purposes, detailed information and forms are available.

Should you have any questions or request further information, please do not hesitate to contact us or come to the Embassy directly. We will be happy to assist you and you will be always welcome.

Our team looks forward to serving you to the best of its ability. 

Jacques Pitteloud 
Ambassador of Switzerland to Kenya, Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda, Somalia and the Seychelles