Kenya is launching a new digital nomad visa: How to apply [Video]

If you’re a digital nomad or can work from just about anywhere, and have been wanting to add the continent of Africa to your list of destinations, you might want to consider Kenya.

President William Ruto announced Kenya’s Digital Nomad Work Permit on October 2 at the opening of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo.

The president said the visa is “specifically designed to welcome global digital professionals, allowing them to live and work in Kenya while enjoying the country’s natural beauty and high-quality lifestyle,” according to Nation.

The Digital Nomad Work Permit is meant for remote workers and is part of Kenya’s larger strategy to increase foreign investment, employment, and tourism.

In 2021, the country welcomed 870,465 visitors, which rose by 70% in 2022 to 1,483,752 people and then over 1.9 million in 2023, according to Statista.

Dr. Ruto said the goal is to make Kenya a must-visit destination and attract 5 million visitors annually by 2027.

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