Kenyans heading to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, have been issued with an advisory ahead of the tournament's kick-off on Sunday, November 20.
The Embassy of Kenya in Qatar on Saturday, November 19, cautioned Kenyans against obtaining fake credentials for the tournament.
According to the statement released by the embassy, Kenyans will be required to obtain an approved HAYYA Card (a fan identification card).
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HAYYA card is a personalised document issued to every fan attending the FIFA World Cup. To obtain the card, Kenyans have to confirm their accommodation plans in Qatar.
The fan identification card is only issued by FIFA.
Kenyans who will be in the middle east nation have also been advised to obtain other relevant approvals from government officials in Qatar to avoid falling prey to fraudsters.
Further, the government cautioned Kenyans against defying Qatar traditions during their stay during the quadrennial tournament.
"The Embassy urges all citizens to desist from any political involvement or interference using insignia, flags, symbols, emblems or any misrepresentation of the Republic of Kenya during this period," the government cautioned.
"All Kenyans are advised to respect the culture and adhere to the laws and regulations of the land," the embassy added.
However, the embassy vowed to protect and support Kenyans and other delegates expected to grace Qatar World Cup starting on Sunday, November 20.
"The embassy is adequately prepared to receive all Kenyans and also High-Level delegations to handle resultant consular matters and other multi-prolonged situations as they may arise," read the statement in part.
To further facilitate operations for Kenyans in Qatar, the embassy revealed that a Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) had been put in place.
The guidelines came hours after the Parliament ruled out paying for MPs' trip to Qatar to watch the month-long football tournament.