British High Commission Nairobi

The British High Commission in Nairobi serves as the United Kingdom’s diplomatic mission in Kenya, fostering UK–Kenya relations and offering consular services to British nationals.

📍 Address

British High Commission Nairobi
Upper Hill Road
P.O. Box 30465-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

📞 Contact Information

• Phone: +254 (0)20 287 3000 or +254 (0)20 284 4000

• Fax: +254 (0)20 284 4088

• Email: nairobi.enquiries@fcdo.gov.uk

🕒 Office Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 07:00 AM – 04:00 PM

• Friday: 07:00 AM – 01:00 PM

• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Note: Public access is by appointment only.

👤 Key Personnel

• High Commissioner: Neil Wigan OBE

• Deputy High Commissioners:

  • Leigh Stubblefield

  • Dr. Ed Barnett MBE (also Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN-Habitat)

🌐 Online Presence

• Website: British High Commission Nairobi

• Facebook: UK in Kenya

• X (formerly Twitter): @UKinKenya

• Instagram: @UKinKenya

🛂 Services Offered

The High Commission provides a range of services, including:

• Consular Assistance: Support for British nationals in emergencies, such as illness, injury, or legal issues.

• Emergency Travel Documents: Issuance of temporary travel documents if your passport is lost or stolen.

• Documentary Services: Limited services like administering oaths for UK visa and nationality applications.