Issuance of Pet Import Licences
If you wish to import a pet (dog or cat) into Kenya, you must obtain a Pet Import Licence issued by the Kenyan Embassy in Berlin. The licence is valid for thirty (30) days from the date of issue and is normally processed within two working days upon submission of all the required documents.
- The Pet Import Licence is valid for 30 days from the date of issue.
- Processing normally takes up to two (2) working days upon submission of all documents.
- Applications must be submitted by post. Incomplete applications will be returned.
- Cash payments are not accepted under any circumstances.
- A written request letter from the pet owner addressed to the Kenyan Embassy in Berlin.
- Copy of the Pet Passport or Export Health Certificate.
- Evidence of up-to-date vaccinations against rabies and any infectious or contagious diseases.
- A valid Veterinary Health Certificate confirming that the pet is fit to travel.
- A non-refundable processing fee of €10.00 per pet payable only via bank transfer to:
Embassy of the Republic of Kenya
IBAN: DE63100400000266014004
BIC: COBADEFFXXX (Commerzbank Berlin).
Please include the pet owner’s full name as payment reference. - A copy of the bank transfer slip attached to the application.
- A secure, registered, and trackable self-addressed envelope with prepaid postage (Einschreiben – Rückschein) clearly indicating the applicant’s full name and postal address for dispatch of documents.
Applications must be sent by post to the following address:
Embassy of the Republic of Kenya
Markgrafenstrasse 63
10969 Berlin, Germany
Ensure all required documents and proof of payment are included. Incomplete applications will be returned to the sender.
- Processing time is approximately two (2) working days upon receipt of all required documents.
- The Pet Import Licence is valid for thirty (30) days from the date of issue.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure all information is accurate before submission.
Need Assistance?
For any queries regarding the Pet Import Licence, please contact the Embassy through the details below:
Email: immigration2@kenyanembassyberlin.de
Telephone: +49 (0)30 2592660