Protests across Kenya, including in Nairobi may block roads and turn violent. Security forces have used tear gas to disperse crowds. The Australian High Commission in Nairobi is temporarily closed to the public. For consular assistance contact the Australian Government’s Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 (if you’re overseas) or 1300 555 135 (in Australia).

We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in Kenya due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime. Higher levels apply in some areas. You need to apply online for an electronic travel authorisation before you travel (see ‘Travel’).

Heavy rainfall during the rainy season can cause severe floods, resulting in casualties, infrastructure damage, and disruptions to telecommunications, power, water and transport (see ‘Safety’).

We advise:

Exercise a high degree of caution in Kenya overall due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime.

Higher levels apply in some areas.