Consulate of Seychelles in Mombasa, Kenya
- Address: P.O. Box 81149, Mombasa
- Phone: +25411224184
- Fax: +25411226072
- Email: mason@wasahlan.africaonlines.com
Head of mission: Mrs. Margaret M. Sonon, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
2 missions of Seychelles in Kenya: Consulate of Seychelles in Mombasa, Kenya; Consulate of Seychelles in Nairobi, Kenya. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mrs. Margaret M. Sonon, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Dong Chang Jeong, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Seychelles is an appealing destination for some Kenyans, offering breathtaking beaches, lush landscapes, and clear waters. With around 200,000 international visitors each year, it presents a unique blend of natural beauty and luxury that could attract a portion of Kenya's 54 million residents.
Seychelles is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Kenya. While Kenya ranks 120th in the Global Peace Index, Seychelles has no available data for this index. In terms of crime statistics, Seychelles has a lower murder rate (4.7 per 100,000 people) compared to Kenya (5.3). However, Seychelles has higher female murder rates (5.4) than Kenya (2.6). The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Seychelles has significantly lower scores in organized crime categories compared to Kenya, suggesting a safer environment. For instance, Seychelles scores 2.0 for mafia groups and 4.0 for foreign crime, while Kenya scores 7.0 and 6.5, respectively. Overall, while no destination is without risk, Seychelles offers a relatively safer experience for tourists compared to Kenya based on these statistics.