Class D — Formal Employment (Skilled Worker)
Category: Migration · Processing time: 2–4 weeks
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Department of Immigration Services
Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-05-29.
Visa type
Migration
Processing time
2–4 weeks
Fees
MinIncomePoints: €4,615/yr salary
Validity
5 years, leading to permanent residence.
Stay duration
Duration of employment contract, up to 5 years.
Entry type
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Insurance
Confirm if required
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Overview
Class D — Formal Employment (Skilled Worker) immigration pathway. Path to permanent residence: 5 years. Path to citizenship: 10 years. Income / points requirement: €4,615/yr salary.
- Leads to permanent residency: Yes
- Requires job offer: Yes
- Language required: Yes
- Minimum education: Not specified
- Financial requirement: Minimum income of €4,615 per year.
Estimated Costs
- - MinIncomePoints: €4,615/yr salary
- - MinSavings: —
- - PathToPr: 5 years
- - PathToCitizenship: 10 years
Required Documents
- - Valid passport.
- - Job offer letter.
- - Proof of qualifications.
- - Curriculum Vitae.
- - Medical examination report.
- - Police clearance certificate.
Application Steps
- Obtain a job offer from a Kenyan employer.
- Gather required documents.
- Submit the visa application online.
- Attend an interview if required.
- Receive visa approval.
Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Department of Immigration Services →
Travel Insurance Requirement
- Mandatory: Confirm with official source
- Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
- Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
- Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority
Embassy, Consulate & Appointments
Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.
Open appointment or official portal →Browse foreign embassies in Kenya (MigrantIQ directory) →
Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal.
Application checklist
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Benefits & What This Visa Allows
- - Citizenship timeline: 10 years
Trust & safety
Before you pay or submit documents
Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.
Relevant laws
- Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Immigration · Severity: Critical
Your right to stay in Kenya depends on the exact visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. Do not assume a pending application, job offer, or school admission auto
- Work Authorisation Rules
Employment · Severity: Critical
In Kenya, a visa that allows entry does not always allow work. Paid employment, freelancing, remote work, internships, and trial shifts may each have different permission rules.
- Tax Residency and Income Reporting
Tax · Severity: High
Living in Kenya for long enough, working locally, or registering as a resident may trigger tax-residency or income-reporting duties even if your income is paid from abroad.
Active scam alerts
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Kenya, and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Kenya, avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border chec
Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Kenya through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa processi
Scammers advertise fake apartments in Kenya, pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
Quick Eligibility Check
Use this self-check for Class D — Formal Employment (Skilled Worker). It does not replace official legal assessment.
Common Rejection Reasons
- - Incomplete application.
- - Failure to meet financial requirements.
- - Lack of required qualifications.
- - Insufficient job offer details.
Application Tips
- - Ensure all documents are complete and accurate.
- - Check the validity of your passport.
- - Prepare for the interview by reviewing your job offer and qualifications.
- - Keep copies of all submitted documents.
Sources & References
Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ.
- Department of Immigration Services
Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements.
- MigrantIQ visa record
Last verified 2026-05-29.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Migration pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 2–4 weeks, subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.