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Nairobi

Photo of Nairobi, Kenya

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745
Nomad IndexTM
Rank #745
Cost
Very affordable
Internet
Fair
Safety
Caution
Community
Growing

Work

Internet speed

Upload speed34 Mbps
Download speed39 Mbps
Good for video calls and streaming
Reliable Power Grid?
No

Source: Ookla Speedtest Global Index · World Bank (power grid reliability) · Last updated April 2026

Workspaces

Timezone Compatibility

UTC +3 (Nairobi)
Great for
SingaporeIndiaMiddle EastEuropeUK
Okay for
AustraliaJapanLatin America
Tough for
USA
Check for your country

Source: Open-Meteo · Last updated April 2026


Cost of Living

$1,155/month
$592
$172
$204
$187

*International flights and trip insurance not included.


Source: Numbeo · World Bank income level classification · Last updated April 2026


Where to stay

Best Areas

WestlandsKilimaniKileleshwaParklandsLavington

Climate

Average Days Per Year Without Rain255
Climate TypeTropical Monsoon

Warm all year with a short rainy season.

Average Daily Temperature

24°
20°
J
25°
20°
F
28°
21°
M
31°
23°
A
32°
25°
M
34°
26°
J
33°
25°
J
34°
26°
A
31°
25°
S
28°
24°
O
27°
23°
N
23°
21°
D
Max Temp
Min Temp
Peak SeasonFeb – May

Most popular · Higher prices

Shoulder SeasonJan, Jun – Aug

Moderate crowds · Fewer tourists

Off SeasonSep – Dec

Less popular · Lower prices

Source: WeatherAPI.com · Last updated April 2026


Getting Around

Walkability

Moderate

Public Transport

Moderate

Best Way to Move Around

Ride-Hailing (Bolt)


Safety

Street Safety

Crime LevelModerate42 / 100
Safety at NightHigh61 / 100
Safety During DayVery High83 / 100
Mugging or robbery risk
Low37 / 100
Violent crime risk
Low33 / 100
Theft and vandalism risk
Moderate45 / 100
Corruption
Moderate49 / 100

Source: Numbeo · Updated monthly · Last update: April 2026

Active Alerts

Travel Advisory
Exercise Normal Precautions

Level 1

Source: US State Dept · Refreshed daily

Natural Disaster Alerts
1 active

Separate from travel advisory: active hazard events from global monitoring.

FloodMekong Delta

Feb 18, 2026

elevated

Source: GDACS · Refreshed daily

Health Alerts
1 active

Recent disease outbreak notices from WHO and CDC.

Outbreak alert: Dengue outbreak watch

2 months ago

Source: WHO Disease Outbreak News · CDC Travelers' Health · Refreshed daily


Visa

Visa Access for Kenya

Your passport

Select your passport to check visa requirements for Kenya

Source: Passport Index (passportindex.org). Informational only. Confirm with official sources.

Digital Nomad Visas and Remote Work Permits

Class N: Digital nomad visa · Kenya

Visa length

At least ~1 year expected (confirm when procedures are published)

Possible to extend?

TBA — confirm with official immigration guidance

Who can apply?

Remote workers (nationality and sector rules still rolling out)

Minimum income requirements

Article cites ~US$55,000/year — verify with Kenya immigration

Time for visa applications

Not fully specified yet; check official channels

For fees, official portals, and a side-by-side look at every program, read our full guide below. It expands on this snapshot with the complete country list.

Countries Offering Digital Nomad Visas: The Full List

Digital nomad visas are for living abroad while your income comes from outside the host country. Compare dozens of programs: rules, fees, and how to apply.

Freaking Nomads·Luca Mussari

Announced Oct 2024; some procedural details were still forthcoming in early 2026 — treat government sources as authoritative.

Rules and thresholds change often. Use this as a snapshot only. See our digital nomad visa countries guide and official sources before you apply.


Taxes

Tax overview · Kenya

Personal income tax5% – 35%
Corporate income tax20%
Capital gains tax
VAT / Sales tax
10%

Source: Wikipedia · Last updated April 2026


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