Longonot62
English expat in Kenya
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About me
English
Lives in Nyeri
Speaks English.
Registration: 05 March 2010
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Road safety in Kenya by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Kenya as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Kenya, whether driving, ...
Regarding driving, Things to be aware of: it's pretty hectic in Kenya, with the rules of the road being a guideline only for most drivers, poor training and road discipline adding to the mix. The main issues are poorly judged overtakes and ... Read More
Taxes for expats in Kenya by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Kenya, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your experience. What are ...
A double taxation agreement means that you would not be expected to pay tax twice on the same income, but under the UK/Kenya double taxation agreement, you should be paying tax in the country in which you reside. A UK pension if subject to tax in ... Read More
Kenya, a welcoming destination to expats? by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Kenya, like every new environment, can feel like stepping into the unknown and brings many questions: how will it go, how to integrate successfully, etc. To help smooth this transition, we invite you to share your ...
@Ele091011.I am sorry that this is your experience of life in Kenya. From my own experience I have never found Kenyans to be unwelcoming and I have never experienced the xenophobia/hostility as a foreigner in Kenya that my (Kenyan) wife has ... Read More
Any spousal visa changes in Kenya for foreign spouses of all genders? by mikey202
It’s been a long time—has anything changed? Any official updates?
Hi, I am unsure what you mean by a spousal visa? To the best of my knowledge, there is no spousal visa as such. A dependent pass is available if your Kenyan spouse is working and can evidence being able to support you. Failing this, it would be ... Read More
Things no one tells you about living in Kenya until you're here by DanielAriengo
Some things you just won’t find in the relocation blogs. Here's my mix:The people? Incredibly warm. But also don’t try to out-negotiate a mama mboga unless you're ready to lose with a smile.Weather? Nairobi really said "hoodie in the ...
I think describing Kenyans as habitual liars is a bit harsh, particularly the part about an assessment that you must make around answers to questions. People do find it difficult to let you down and in my experience would prefer to tell you ... Read More
Taxes for expats in Kenya by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Kenya, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your experience. What are ...
Here goes, but please bear in mind that I’m not an expert: Income tax is payable by all employees on income derived in Kenya, whether resident or not. The rate starts at 10% on the first Kes 288,000, rising to a max 35% for income above Kes ... Read More
Cold season ahead, Nairobi by Annet Dayo
Brace Yourselves – Nairobi Is Cold, Wet, and Unpredictable!To all our friends planning to visit Kenya over the next couple of months (and even into August) – here’s a heads-up: Nairobi is cold right now! And not the kind of cold ...
It’s still in the mid 20’s in Thika!Cold may be relative, but night time temps in Nairobi are predicted to go as low as 1 degree C, so there’s a real risk of people dying- bear in mind that in countries such as Canada homes are ... Read More
Safety and Security by GuestPoster62872
I'm an American retiring with a Kenyan wife to Nanyuki area. I have quite a bit of experience in Kenya, but I was wondering what expats might say about the security of that area. My wife and I are hoping for a quiet life just out side of Nanyuki. ...
Security wise that area should be fine. Access wise the roads in that area have often been poorly maintained, so you may find having a higher/4x4 vehicle would be an advantage. Read More
Kenyan attitudes towards foreigners by hkdman
Hi! I am going to go to Kenya (Nairobi and Mombasa) later in September. The reason I picked Kenya for my first African country to visit is based on the widespread use of the English language. I have also heard that Kenyans are generally friendly ...
Hi, I don’t think you should be too concerned about being accepted in Kenya based on your physical appearance. Kenyans tend to be extremely welcoming. irrespective away from or how you look. I’m not sure how dressing like in American is ... Read More
Safety and Security by GuestPoster62872
I'm an American retiring with a Kenyan wife to Nanyuki area. I have quite a bit of experience in Kenya, but I was wondering what expats might say about the security of that area. My wife and I are hoping for a quiet life just out side of Nanyuki. ...
Nanyuki is arguably one of the most secure towns in Kenya due to the presence of Kenyon and British military bases. There’s a sizeable expat community there, which means quite a variety of restaurants and bars to suit all tastes. When you say ... Read More
Issues acessing my banking by jeremynelson778
I recently relocated to Kenya from the USA,and despite my bank assuring me my debit card would work here,there doesn't seem to be many places that will take it.I mean for means such as a csr,housing, larger amounts.My question is has anyone else ...
I use MPesa mainly and transfer funds from my IK bank account via Sendwave. Although there’s a daily limit similar to MPesa, it’s extremely rare that I will be spending anything like that amount in a day.Visa debit cards work well, but ... Read More
SCHOOL RECOMMENDATION by Catelyn1234
Hey everyone , I’m looking for school recommendations around Runda that offers the best tuition for a 3 year old . I have seen there is brook house and Braeburn garden estate. Which one is most recommended or any other great school around ...
The following schools are worth considering:Durham International School in Thigiri, isn't too far and is an international branch of Durham School known in the UK, which is an independent school with an excellent reputation.Brookhouse School, Runda - ... Read More
GI (doctor) recommendation by Adam EC
im moving from us to Nairobi in August and looking for good gastroenterology practice for management of ulcerative colitis. I’m currently on IV entiviyo every 6 weeks and would like to ensure that is viable long term treatment plan
Hi, There are several gastroenterologists listed, with reviews. Unfortunately, I would not be able to personally recommend one.There may, however be difficulty in sourcing Entiviyo. A quick search indicates that it may be available as a 300mg ... Read More
Interested in going on a safari! by hkdman
Hello! I am really interested in coming to Kenya this year to go on a Safari. I would be a solo traveler. However, every place that I look online they quote a price, but then they indicate that it is per person - sharing. I assume that means ...
I'd also add that this really isn't a travel forum, being aimed at people either living or wanting to live in Kenya. I would recommend engaging with a travel orientated site such as Tripadvisor, where you are more likely to find the advice that you ... Read More
How to stay in Kenya (I don't plan to work) ? by Conor G. Smyth
Hi there, I am Irish and currently planning to establish how I navegate staying longer term in Kenya (more than the initial 90+90 days extension) - not seeking to work at the moment (nor have a job), have savings - and struggling to establish what ...
Just for information; the Class K is not a spousal visa ie. not dependent upon being married. The application process is relatively straightforward if you can evidence an income of equivalent $24000 plus per annum which should be from sources such ... Read More