Kenya•AfricaClass N Permit - Digital Nomad
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-42 days
Application Fee
200 USD
Stay Duration
1 to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
New visa for remote workers earning from foreign sources. Requires USD 55,000 annual income from outside Kenya. No local employment allowed.
Kenya's Class N Digital Nomad Permit launched in 2024 allows remote workers to reside in Kenya while working for foreign employers. Income earned outside Kenya is not subject to Kenyan taxation.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
24,000 USD
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Bio-data page copy
Proof of remote income
Contracts showing USD 55,000+ annual income from abroad
Bank statements
3-6 months showing income deposits
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or property ownership
Health insurance
Coverage valid in Kenya
Police clearance
Clean criminal record
Passport photo
Color photograph
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Advantages
- Tax-advantaged (non-Kenyan income not taxed)
- Work flexibility
- Can include dependents
- No local employment requirement
- Renewable
Considerations
- No local employment allowed
- Must maintain USD 55,000 income
- Annual renewal required
- Cannot work for Kenya-based companies
Application Process
Prepare documentation
Gather proof of remote income and residence
Create eFNS account
Register on Immigration portal
Complete Form 25
Fill digital nomad application
Upload documents
Submit supporting documents
Pay processing fee
USD 200 non-refundable fee
Await approval
4-6 weeks review period
Pay issuance fee
USD 1,000 annual fee upon approval
Application Forms
Class N Digital Nomad Permit Application
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