Looking for a new base as a remote worker? Kenya just made staying an entire year—or even more—as a digital nomad officially possible. This isn’t just travel policy—it’s a lifestyle shift for the 2025 remote work era.
What’s the Class N Digital Nomad Visa?
Kenya’s Class N Work Permit, better known as the Digital Nomad Visa, was launched in October 2024 and became available for online applications in April–May 2025. It’s custom built for foreign remote workers—employees and freelancers alike—who generate income from outside Kenya.
How Long Can You Stay?
Per official updates, it grants one- or two-year validity, renewable once your eligibility continues.
Who Qualifies?
You must:
- Hold a valid passport (6+ months remaining)
- Provide remote work proof: employment contract or freelance contracts from clients outside Kenya
- Earn a minimum annual income—either USD $24,000 per some sources, or $55,000 according to other credible reports
- Provide accommodation proof
- Submit a clean criminal record
- Purchase health insurance covering your stay
How to Applynbsp;
You can apply via Kenya’s eFNS portal. Required documents include your passport, cover letter addressed to immigration services, proof of employment or contracts, income statements, accommodation, and police clearance.(
Why Kenya?
- “Silicon Savannah” status: Nairobi is home to tech startups, co-working hubs, and fast internet.
- Connectivity Boost: Kenya is expanding its fiber-optic infrastructure to support digital workers.
- Lifestyle Play: Think vibrant city life, cultural depth, safaris—balanced with work flexibility.
If you're eyeing Kenya as a remote-work haven, platforms like VOYA can simplify your journey. From processing your visa seamlessly to curating safe co-working spaces or housing, to even planning weekend mobility around Kenya’s cultural gems—they make the logistics invisible so you can focus on living and working.
Because working remotely shouldn’t feel like a logistics project—especially when you’re exploring a new home base.
