Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Nairobi, Kenya; address Muthaigh Road, Nairobi; phone +254709924600. Head of mission: Mr. Fahd Bin Abdullah Aleisa.
Head of mission: Mr. Fahd Bin Abdullah Aleisa, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Seychelles, 20 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Seychelles
Saudi Arabia offers a rich cultural heritage and important religious sites, making it increasingly attractive to tourists. With significant investments in tourism infrastructure as part of its economic diversification strategy, it appeals to a segment of Kenya's 54 million population.
Saudi Arabia is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Kenya. According to the Global Peace Index, Saudi Arabia ranks 100th out of 160 countries, which is better than Kenya's ranking of 120th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Saudi Arabia is significantly lower at 0.8 per 100,000 people compared to Kenya's 5.3. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Saudi Arabia at 0.3 and Kenya at 2.6. When examining organized crime, Saudi Arabia scores better in several areas, such as mafia groups (3.0 vs. 7.0 for Kenya) and foreign crime (3.0 vs. 6.5 for Kenya). However, both countries have similar scores in state crime (8.0) and human smuggling. Overall, while no destination is without risks, Saudi Arabia presents a safer environment for tourists compared to Kenya based on these metrics.