FAQ
Common questions.
What income do I need for the Kenya digital nomad visa?
No amount is stated. The page asks for bank statements or payslips for the last three months proving monthly income.
How long can I stay on the Kenya digital nomad visa?
The permit is issued for 1 or 2 years. Renewable.
How much does the Kenya digital nomad visa cost?
Processing fee USD 200, not refundable. Issuance fee USD 1,000 per year.
Who can apply for the Kenya digital nomad visa?
Open to citizens of any other country. People who work remotely in Kenya for a company registered outside Kenya, run a foreign company, or serve clients outside Kenya as self-employed. The permit is for working remotely for a company registered outside Kenya or for clients located outside Kenya.
Can I work for companies in Kenya?
The permit is for working remotely for a company registered outside Kenya or for clients located outside Kenya.
How do I apply?
Online on the eFNS portal at fns.immigration.go.ke, after making a Government of Kenya Single Sign On account. If you cannot pay online, take the printed form to Immigration headquarters at Nyayo House.
Sources
- Kenya: Permit Class N: Digital Nomads (KEP/N) (fns.immigration.go.ke)
- Kenya: how to apply (fns.immigration.go.ke)
- Kenya: Permit Class N: Digital Nomads (KEP/N) (immigration.go.ke)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.