The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi has announced it will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents’ Day.
The closure is a standard observation of a U.S. federal holiday, legally known as Washington’s Birthday, which honors all past and present American presidents.
Routine consular services, including visa processing, passport renewals, and document authentication, will be suspended for the day.
Emergency assistance for American citizens will remain available through 24-hour hotlines during the closure.
Normal operations are scheduled to resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Recent reports circulating online claiming the embassy has been “permanently shut down” are false. The February 16 closure is a temporary, scheduled observance typical of U.S. embassies worldwide for federal holidays.
By Anthony Solly
