Does Kenya have a digital nomad visa?
Yes. Kenya offers a dedicated digital-nomad or remote-work visa for people earning from outside the country, with a monthly income floor of roughly $2,000. Getting it is a moderate lift.
In practice: Floor is Class K (ordinary residents): USD 24,000/yr set in USD by the regulation itself. Age 35+, income from OUTSIDE Kenya and expressly not from employment/trade — a retiree route. Class N (nomad) states USD 55k/yr but no floor in the reg; it is not the cheapest door. PR after 7yrs work permit + 3yrs continuous. Worldwide tax for residents.
Tax for foreign residents in Kenya
For a foreign earner, Kenya's income is taxed heavily. The country taxes residents on worldwide income once you cross the residency threshold, with a headline top personal rate around 35%. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own situation with a cross-border professional before you move.
From visa to permanent residency
If you're thinking past a year or two, check whether the stay builds toward settlement: in Kenya, permanent residency is reachable after about 7 years of residence. Naturalization typically comes after roughly 7 years. Immigration rules change often, so treat these as directional and verify the current policy with official sources.
Healthcare and insurance
Healthcare access for a foreigner in Kenya is reasonably accessible. A mid-tier private health plan runs roughly $130 a month — most long-stay visas require proof of cover.