Considering Moving to Kenya - Cost of Living - Nairobi forum

tuldha

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Member since 07 December 2010

Nairobi

tuldha

07 December 2010 09:21:45

tuldha

07 December 2010 09:21:45

Nairobi

I am considering moving to Nairobi, Kenya on a job offer in a Top Management position in a company. I am an Indian. My basic requirements will be a 3 bed-room apartment in an upscale living area with adequate security and comforts. I will also need to have a car with driver, a servant-cum-cook and a security guard (probably).

I want to know as to how much I would need to spend per month for above amenities at a reasonably high level.

Further, whether it is possible to employ a servant-cum-cook who can cook Indian food?

Yud

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Member since 08 November 2010

Sydney

Yud

07 December 2010 11:08:51

7031

Yud

07 December 2010 11:08:51

7031

Sydney

Welcome to the forum tuldha

Your discussion has been redirected to the Nairobi forum for effective networking.

Hope that you get reply soon from members.

Regards

Daktari

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Member since 29 November 2010

Nairobi

Daktari

12 December 2010 05:52:02

Daktari

12 December 2010 05:52:02

Nairobi

A 3 BR apartment, furnished, will cost you USD 1000+ monthly in an upmarket area. Make sure that water and electricity availability is guaranteed (generator).
Cars are very expensive in Kenya, due to high duties. Count on 50% extra as compared to India.
Reliable drivers are available. Check with the Indian community in Nairobi for references. Salary expectations in the USD 250 range. Cooks with Indian food skills are around, again, check with the Indian community in Nairobi. All Indian food ingredients are available.
A guard is likely not required, as all gated compounds employ security companies, and this is included in the rent.
Dining out and nightlife is good, and not expensive.