Embassy of France in Nairobi, Kenya; address Peponi Gardens off Peponi Road, Nairobi; phone +254207605555. Head of mission: Mr. Arnaud Suquet. Plus 1 other…
Head of mission: Mr. Arnaud Suquet, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Kenya, 7 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Somalia
Head of mission: Mr Muhammed Ramazani, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
France is a premier global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually due to its vibrant culture and diverse offerings. While it draws significant interest, only a portion of Kenya's 54 million population may find it appealing.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Kenya. According to the Global Peace Index, France ranks 84th out of 160 countries, while Kenya is ranked 120th, indicating that France is safer overall. In terms of crime statistics, France has a significantly lower murder rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people compared to Kenya's 5.3. Additionally, the safety of walking alone at night ranks France 40th among 40 European countries, although specific data for Kenya is not available for comparison. The Global Organized Crime Index also shows that France has lower indices for various types of organized crime compared to Kenya. For instance, the index for state crime is 3.0 in France, indicating a relatively low level of state-related crime, while Kenya scores 8.0. Overall, while no destination is without risk, France is statistically safer than Kenya for tourists.