Kenya

Work Visa Types and Requirements

Kenya, East Africa’s economic hub, has a vibrant economy with opportunities in agriculture, technology, and tourism. Expatriates can apply for the Class D Work Visa for professional roles or the Special Pass for temporary work authorisation.

  • Class D Work Visa

  • Special Pass

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Economic Sectors and Attracting Markets

  • Agriculture

    Kenya’s agriculture sector is critical to its economy, with tea, coffee, and horticulture being major export products. The sector attracts agronomists and other specialists from the Netherlands and Israel, countries with advanced agricultural practices.

  • Technology and Innovation

    Nairobi, often referred to as “Silicon Savannah,” is a growing tech hub attracting investment from the United States and Europe. The Class D Visa is frequently issued to IT professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors from these regions.

  • Tourism

    Kenya’s tourism industry is significant, drawing professionals from the hospitality and wildlife conservation sectors, particularly from the United Kingdom, United States, Botswana and the Republic of South Africa.