--- title: Class K — Retiree — Kenya (2026) description: Free complete guide to the Class K — Retiree visa for Kenya. Eligibility, costs, documents, process, and FAQ. Updated 2026. image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Ad spot · 728×90Advertise on MigrantIQBuy this spot [/advertise/?format=leaderboard&spot=Visa%20Detail%20Top] Kenya flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw80%2Fke.png&w=3840&q=75] Visa guide CLASS K — RETIREE Migration · 2-4 weeks. Class K, Retiree immigration pathway. Path to permanent residence: 5 years. Path to citizenship: 10 years. Income / points requirement: €9,231/monthly. 3 min read·Kenya·Migration Apply on official site [https://www.immigration.go.ke/]All Kenya visas [/visas/kenya/] €9,231/monthly · €7,692 ·, · 2-4 weeks · 5 years Confirm fees and eligibility on the official portal · 3 min read €9,231/monthly · €7,692 ·, · 2-4 weeks · 5 years Immigration rules and fees change frequently. Confirm current requirements on official government or embassy websites. Save visa to plan Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-05-29Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial visa portal ↗ [https://www.immigration.go.ke/] Review due soon AI-assisted. Parts of this page may be drafted with AI and editor-reviewed. Always confirm rules, fees, and hours on official government sources before you act. How we use AI [/about/ai/] · Editorial standards [/about/editorial-standards/] REQUIRED DOCUMENTS * - Valid passport * - Proof of income (€9,231/monthly) * - Proof of savings (€7,692) * - Medical examination results * - Police clearance certificate * - Passport-sized photographs ESTIMATED COSTS * - minIncomePoints: €9,231/monthly * - minSavings: €7,692 * - pathToPr: 5 years * - pathToCitizenship: 10 years APPLICATION STEPS 1. Gather required documents 2. Complete the application form 3. Submit the application to the Department of Immigration Services 4. Wait for processing (2-4 weeks) 5. Receive the visa approval Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Department of Immigration Services → [https://www.immigration.go.ke/] COMMON REJECTION REASONS * - Insufficient proof of income * - Incomplete application form * - Missing required documents * - Criminal record or adverse medical history * - Failure to meet age requirements APPLICATION TIPS * - Ensure all documents are up-to-date and accurate * - Consider consulting with an immigration expert * - Submit your application well in advance of your planned move * - Keep copies of all submitted documents * - Check for any updates on the official immigration website before applying OVERVIEW Class K, Retiree immigration pathway. Path to permanent residence: 5 years. Path to citizenship: 10 years. Income / points requirement: €9,231/monthly. * Leads to permanent residency: Yes * Requires job offer: No * Language required: No * Minimum education: Not specified * Validity: Typically 5 years * Stay duration: Indefinite, as long as the visa is renewed * Financial requirement: €7,692 QUICK ELIGIBILITY CHECK Use this self-check for Class K — Retiree. It does not replace official legal assessment. I have a qualifying job offerI have required language test evidence Education LevelHigh schoolDiplomaBachelor or higher Result: Likely eligible baseline Application checklist TRACK YOUR CLASS K — RETIREE PREPARATION Check items off as you prepare. Progress is saved in this browser and can be synced from My Plan. 0 / 15 complete * Confirm Class K — Retiree requirements on the official Kenya immigration source.Department of Immigration Services * Review the eligibility rules and note anything that needs evidence.Check whether this pathway accepts self-sponsored applicants. * Prepare document: Valid passportCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Proof of income (€9,231/monthly)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Proof of savings (€7,692)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Medical examination resultsCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Police clearance certificateCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Passport-sized photographsCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Complete step: Gather required documents * Complete step: Complete the application form * Complete step: Submit the application to the Department of Immigration Services * Complete step: Wait for processing (2-4 weeks) * Complete step: Receive the visa approval * Pay only through official channels and save receipts.Avoid bank transfers to personal accounts or agents promising guaranteed approval. * Save a full copy of forms, uploads, payment receipts, and appointment confirmations. Clear checklistSync checklist in My Plan → [/plan/] Browse embassies in Kenya → [/embassies/in/kenya/] · Confirm insurance and appointment rules on the official portal. 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. Scam alerts and related laws are in the sidebar. Official portal → [https://www.immigration.go.ke/] GET VISA CHECKLIST UPDATES Receive relevant reminders and source updates for Class K — Retiree in Kenya. Get reminders SOURCES & REFERENCES Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ. * Department of Immigration Services [https://www.immigration.go.ke/] Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements. * MigrantIQ visa record Last verified 2026-05-29. Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. YesNo PLAN YOUR NEXT STEPS * All visas · KenyaIndex [/visas/kenya/] * KenyaCountry [/countries/kenya/] * Arrival checklistChecklist [/checklist/kenya/] * Eligibility quizTool [/tools/eligibility/] * Pick a corridor calculatorCalculator [/calculator/] * Immigration Q&AQ&A [/qa/] * People storiesStories [/stories/?corridor=kenya] * Save to My PlanPlan [/plan/] Summarize this page with AI Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode. Ask AI ↗ Not affiliated with any AI platform. 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