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Moving to, working in or investing in Kenya?

Quick answers for newcomers, expats, the diaspora and investors, with tools to run your own numbers.

Do I need a visa to visit Kenya?

Most visitors need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), applied for online at etakenya.go.ke before travel; applications are processed within three working days. Citizens of East African Community countries and most African countries, except Libya and Somalia, are exempt.

Can foreigners work in Kenya?

Yes, with a work permit. Class D covers employment by a Kenyan employer, Class G covers investors and people trading in Kenya, and Class N covers digital nomads working for companies abroad. East African Community citizens can get a free Class R permit.

Does Kenya have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. The Class N permit lets foreigners live in Kenya while working remotely for a company registered outside Kenya. It costs USD 200 to apply plus USD 1,000 a year, and is issued for one or two years and can be renewed.

Can a foreigner own a business in Kenya?

Yes. Foreigners can own 100% of a Kenyan company in most sectors, with limits in a few, such as telecommunications. Companies are registered online through the Business Registration Service on eCitizen, and every director needs a KRA PIN.

What is the minimum investment for an investor permit in Kenya?

Foreign investors who commit at least USD 100,000 can apply for an Investment Certificate from KenInvest, which supports a Class G investor permit application.

What is the corporate tax rate in Kenya?

Resident companies pay 30% corporate income tax on taxable profit, and branches of foreign companies also pay 30%. Small businesses with turnover between KES 1 million and KES 25 million a year may instead pay 1.5% Turnover Tax.

Can foreigners own land or property in Kenya?

Non-citizens can hold land only on leasehold of up to 99 years, not freehold. Apartments and homes on leasehold titles can be bought by foreigners.

How are expats taxed in Kenya?

Tax residents pay PAYE on their worldwide employment income, while non-residents pay only on income from Kenya. You're generally resident if you spend 183 days or more in Kenya in a year. Use the salary calculator to see your take-home pay.

How do people pay for things in Kenya?

The Kenya shilling (KES) is the currency, and mobile money, especially M-Pesa, is used for most everyday payments, from shops to rent. Visitors and residents can register a SIM and M-Pesa with a passport.

What is the minimum wage in Kenya?

From 1 May 2026, a general labourer in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret earns at least KES 18,047.40 a month. Rates vary by job and location.

Are METRIKA's figures up to date?

Each tool shows the date its rates were checked and links to its sources, such as KRA, NSSF, SHA and the Central Bank of Kenya. Always confirm big decisions with your employer, lender or a licensed adviser.

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