ImmigrationKenya · Work Permits
immigration.go.ke/class-d-employment/Directorate of Immigration Services — Work Permits
Kenya uses class-based work permits, not a general expatriate-quota system. Class D covers specified employment with a named employer and requires evidence relating to skills unavailable locally.
Licences, permissions & compliance tracks
- Class D employment permit assessment
- Other permit classes by proposed activity
- Entry, residence and dependant permissions
Typical requirements
- Define the exact regulated activity and operating model
- Confirm local entity, ownership and capital requirements for the chosen track
- Prepare applicant, governance and technical-capacity documentation where applicable
- Verify current forms, fees, approval steps and ongoing obligations with the competent authority
Disclaimer: Timelines and requirements are indicative and depend on the completeness of your application and the regulator's current processing cycle. Contact us for a current, licence-specific assessment.