Resident Visa

Member since 27 August 2021

anjuleenigamMember31 August 2021 16:17:56

Hello,
I am new to this group so please bear with me.
I am looking to retire in Kenya. I am curious how I would obtain a Visa if I am not looking for employment? I read somewhere that established income would be considered- but how much would I need to show that I have saved? I would be living off my 491k until my social security starts- but there would be about 10 years before I start drawing off my social security and just living off my 491k.
Thank you for any guidance!
Anjulee

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Longonot62 Kenya Advisor

Member since 05 March 2010

Longonot62Kenya Advisor01 September 2021 10:19:15

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Hi, the Class K Permit would be the obvious choice, but it is your annual income that counts, not your savings. You need to generate $24,000 minimum per year from savings, investments, property rentals and so on. The government will not accept a lump sum of savings as evidence. The permit is renewable on a two yearly cycle, provided that you continue to meet the criteria.