--- title: Digital Nomad (via Class D or G) — Kenya (2026) description: Free complete guide to the Digital Nomad (via Class D or G) 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 DIGITAL NOMAD (VIA CLASS D OR G) Migration · 2-4 weeks. Digital Nomad (via Class D or G) immigration pathway. Path to permanent residence: 5 years. Path to citizenship: 10 years. Income / points requirement:… 3 min read·Kenya·Migration Apply on official site [https://www.immigration.go.ke/]All Kenya visas [/visas/kenya/] €9,231/monthly ·, ·, · 2-4 weeks · 5 years Confirm fees and eligibility on the official portal · 3 min read €9,231/monthly ·, ·, · 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 (e.g., bank statements). * - Health insurance coverage. * - Completed visa application form. * - Passport-sized photographs. ESTIMATED COSTS * - minIncomePoints: €9,231/monthly * - minSavings: , * - pathToPr: 5 years * - pathToCitizenship: 10 years APPLICATION STEPS 1. Gather required documents. 2. Submit the application online or at the immigration office. 3. Pay the processing fee. 4. Wait for the application to be processed (2-4 weeks). 5. Receive your 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 or missing documents. * - Failure to meet health insurance requirements. APPLICATION TIPS * - Ensure all documents are complete and accurate. * - Double-check the income requirement before applying. * - Consider applying well in advance of your intended travel date. OVERVIEW Digital Nomad (via Class D or G) 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: 5 years. * Stay duration: Up to 5 years with the possibility of extension. * Financial requirement: Minimum income of €9,231 per month. QUICK ELIGIBILITY CHECK Use this self-check for Digital Nomad (via Class D or G). 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 DIGITAL NOMAD (VIA CLASS D OR G) PREPARATION Check items off as you prepare. Progress is saved in this browser and can be synced from My Plan. 0 / 14 complete * Confirm Digital Nomad (via Class D or G) 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 passport.Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Proof of income (e.g., bank statements).Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Health insurance coverage.Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Completed visa application form.Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Passport-sized photographs.Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Complete step: Gather required documents. * Complete step: Submit the application online or at the immigration office. * Complete step: Pay the processing fee. * Complete step: Wait for the application to be processed (2-4 weeks). * Complete step: Receive your 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 Digital Nomad (via Class D or G) 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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