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September 7, 2026
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Kenya Warns Foreigners: Visa-Free Entry Does Not Allow You to Work or Trade

Kenya Warns Foreigners: Visa-Free Entry Does Not Allow You to Work or Trade

The clarification follows President William Ruto’s recent directive on foreign traders and comes amid increased scrutiny of foreigners operating in Kenya’s retail and local trade sectors...

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Kenya's Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI) has issued a stern warning to foreigners, clarifying that visa-free entry to the country does not grant permission to work or conduct business.

  • Foreigners must still obtain appropriate immigration, work permit, and other regulatory requirements to engage in employment, trade, or business activities in Kenya.
  • This clarification follows President William Ruto's recent directive and addresses concerns about foreigners operating in Kenya’s retail and local trade sectors.
  • MITI emphasized that visa-free entry, effective January 1, 2024, and the removal of Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) for many African citizens do not permit unauthorized economic activities.

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