Tanzanian High commission in Nairobi is responsible for managing and advancing diplomatic relations between the two countries. The High Commission works to strengthen the longstanding relations of friendship, co-operation and mutual respect between the Government and people of the United Republic of Tanzania and those of Kenya.The High Commission’s principal mandate is to promote and protect Tanzania’s national interests within its country of accreditation. In pursuit of this mandate, it engages across a broad spectrum of areas including trade, investment, finance, tourism, security, education and cultural co-operation.
In addition to its diplomatic and commercial functions, the High Commission is committed to safeguarding the interests and welfare of Tanzanian nationals residing in or visiting Kenya.
Consular Services
The Tanzania High Commission in Kenya provides a comprehensive range of consular services to Tanzanian nationals, Kenyan residents and other eligible applicants. These services include:
- Issuing Passports and travel documents to the citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania.
- Issuing Visas to foreigners who wish to travel to the United Republic of Tanzania.
- Assisting Tanzanian citizens who live in Kenya, especially when they face difficulties and emergencies.
- Assisting Tanzanian citizens who have been arrested and detained by local authorities in the host country.
- Registering Deaths, Marriages and other civil status events involving Tanzania Citizens living in Kenya.
- Authenticating documents and signatures (legalize by ministry of foreign affairs).
- Facilitates Repatriation and transportation of citizens who need to return home due to illness, deaths or financial distress.
- Facilitates the replacement of damaged, lost or stolen passports and other official documents.
- Maintains records of Tanzanian Citizens (Diaspora) living in Kenya.
- Helping citizens access local services and authorities, including providing information about local laws and procedures.
- Liaise with local authorities and international organization.
- Provide guidance on home country laws and regulations governing various institutions.
Economic and Commercial Engagement
In support of Tanzania’s economic diplomacy objectives, the High Commission undertakes the following functions:
- Promotion of trade and investment opportunities in Tanzania
- Facilitation of business partnerships between Tanzanian and Kenyan enterprises
- Promotion of Tanzania as a premier tourism destination
Cultural and Development Co-operation
The High Commission further contributes to strengthening people-to-people relations by:
- Facilitating collaboration between non-governmental organizations in Tanzania and those in Kenya
- Promoting cultural exchange and mutual understanding
- Supporting initiatives that enhance educational and institutional partnerships
Through these functions, the Tanzania High Commission in Nairobi remains dedicated to advancing Tanzania’s diplomatic, economic and cultural interests while fostering enduring bilateral relations with Kenya.
The Tanzanian High Commission in Nairobi supports Kenyan citizens through its immigration services, if they:
- Need general or specific info regarding Tanzanian economy, culture, sports, education and more
- Need information regarding requirements and process of getting Tanzanian Citizenship
- Specific contacts and information in Tanzania
- Want to apply and obtain Tanzanian Visa
Tanzanian representations in Kenya
In addition to the Tanzanian High Commission in Nairobi, Tanzania also has another representation in Kenya:
Kenyan representations in Tanzania
- Kenyan High commission in Dar-es-Salaam is the only Kenyan representation in Tanzania
Tanzanian representations worldwide
Tanzanian Consulate In Nairobi represents one of 42 consular and diplomatic representations of Tanzania all over the world.
Foreign representations in Kenya
Tanzanian High Commission In Nairobi represents one of 92 foreign consular and diplomatic representations from around the world in Kenya.