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Kenya Digital Nomad Visa

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At a glance

$4,600/mo

Min income

$200

Fee

1 year

Validity

4–8 weeks

Processing

Required

Insurance

REQUIRED STEP 1

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Health cover for the visa

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REQUIRED STEP 2

Proof of funds

A borderless account · show ~$4,600/mo

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Living in Kenya

Human Development Index0.601 · #146

InternetGood

Cost of livingExcellent

SafetyFair

Kenyan shilling (KSh) · Capital: Nairobi · Swahili, English · +254

How to apply for the Kenya digital nomad visa

1New (2024) digital nomad work permit — Class N.
2Show ~US$55,000 annual income from outside Kenya — verify the current figure, it's been debated.
3Provide a clean criminal record and proof of accommodation.
4Apply through Kenyan immigration; short stays run on the eTA instead.

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Facts last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · always confirm with the official source before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Does Kenya have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Kenya offers a remote-work visa valid for 1 year, renewable (class n permit), with typical processing of 4–8 weeks. Facts last reviewed 2026-07-14.

What income do you need for the Kenya digital nomad visa?

Approximately US$4,600 per month from remote work outside Kenya. Always verify the current threshold on the official source.

How much does the Kenya nomad visa cost?

The application fee is roughly US$200. Additional costs can include insurance, document translation and legalisation.

Is health insurance required for the Kenya nomad visa?

Yes — proof of health insurance covering your stay in Kenya is a required part of the application.

Remote work in Kenya: what the data says

We track 5 cities in Kenya: Diani Beach, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nairobi, Nakuru. Monthly budgets average around $1,180: Kisumu is the most affordable base at roughly $1,000, while Nairobi runs about $1,400. For connectivity, Nairobi leads with an internet score of 4.2/5.

The main language is Swahili and the dialing code is +254. Before booking flights, check Kenya public holidays — banks, offices and some coworking spaces close. Time-zone planning for calls back home is easiest with the Meeting Planner.

City snapshot: Kenya at a glance

Diani Beach — ~$1,300/mo; 3.7/5 overall; internet 3.6/5; safety 3.9/5. Live clock: local time.

Kisumu — ~$1,000/mo; 3.3/5 overall; internet 3.8/5; safety 3.7/5. Live clock: local time.

Mombasa — ~$1,200/mo; 3.5/5 overall; internet 3.8/5; safety 3.6/5. Live clock: local time.

Nairobi — ~$1,400/mo; 3.8/5 overall; internet 4.2/5; safety 3.4/5. Live clock: local time.

Nakuru — ~$1,000/mo; 3.3/5 overall; internet 3.9/5; safety 3.8/5. Live clock: local time.

Kenya spans 1 time zone among our tracked cities (Africa/Nairobi). The reference offset is UTC+3 mid-year, without daylight saving. Weigh Kenya against neighbours with our comparison pages linked from each city, or scan the whole region on the cities index.

Frequently asked questions

Which city in Kenya is best for digital nomads?

Compare our tracked hubs: Diani Beach, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nairobi, Nakuru.

What is the cheapest city in Kenya for remote work?

Kisumu, at roughly $1,000 per month for a single nomad.

How much does it cost to live in Kenya as a nomad?

Across the cities we track, budgets average about $1,180 per month.

What language is spoken in Kenya?

Primarily Swahili.

What time zone is Kenya in?

Kenya's tracked cities use Africa/Nairobi among others.

When are public holidays in Kenya?

See the full list with dates.

Kenya Digital Nomad Visa

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Remote work in Kenya: what the data says

City snapshot: Kenya at a glance

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