The government of Kenya announced a new digital nomad visa for eligible foreign nationals to work remotely from Kenya.

Key Points:

• The digital nomad visa allows individuals who are employed by a company outside of Kenya to work remotely or as a freelancer.
• Applicants must have a valid passport, proof of employment and accommodations, and a clean criminal record as well as a sufficient minimum annual income of US$55,000 (€50,000).

Additional Information: The government has not yet confirmed the validity period or the cost of the work permit or potential pathways to long-term residency or citizenship. As BAL previously reported, the Kenyan government recently announced all foreign nationals may enter Kenya visa-free for tourism or business for stays of up to 90 days. As part of the visa-free policy, government officials also announced a new electronic travel authorization (eTA) system that replaced the existing eVisa system for short-term travel.

BAL Analysis: The Kenyan government is offering a new digital nomad visa along with visa-free entry to create a more streamlined entry system, facilitate greater business travel and increase tourism.