@Anne-Sharon
English expat in Kenya
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69 posts
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About me
English
Lives in Nairobi
Speaks English, Swahili, some French
Registration: 07 March 2013
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Starting business in Nairobi by seaninsa
I am thinking of moving there one day. My g/f right now owns one daycare and we are thinking of opening more. Anyone have pluses and minuses on that? From what I have read it seems like daycare is a growing business there. The biggest thing is just ...
I understand where you are coming from; however, I prefer the idea of daycares being closer to parents so that access to their children is more frequent as opposed to only seeing them at the end of a long work day. I say this because many young ... Read More
Guest house rental and neighborhoods/ by Destinourvice
Hello My name is Destin and I am entertaining a job opportunity in Nairobi. Looking for a quiet a safe place to stay. Around good people. I work in the Ad agency / Creative Tech word. Work is around the edge of the Hurlingham Estate. Likely ...
Hi Destin, I would avoid staying in Hurlingham; lots of air pollution, especially from buses and matatus since lots of bus stops are right outside residential gates. The closest area to Hurlingham I would suggest you consider would be areas off ... Read More
Alien pass vs dependents pass by JayElleVee
What is The difference between these Two? And what rights do they give to the holder ? How would one be eligible for an alien pass? Can anyone that wishes to stay in kenya beyond the length of a tourist visa be permitted to stay indefinitely if ...
Contact Xplico; I believe they charge 7K for bonds and get it done within 2 days or less Read More
Starting business in Nairobi by seaninsa
I am thinking of moving there one day. My g/f right now owns one daycare and we are thinking of opening more. Anyone have pluses and minuses on that? From what I have read it seems like daycare is a growing business there. The biggest thing is just ...
There is definitely a need for quality daycares in Kenya. You may need to research on approvals/licenses you will need from the Children's Department before launching an investor's permit application. Also, maybe existing companies in Kenya ... Read More
residency by markl
my son has been in Kenya for 6 months and will return there soon. We are trying to find out about residency as he would like to live there permanently He is planning to marry his Kenyan girlfriend in the next few months - can he do that without ...
Mikey, Yes, a dependent can apply for a re-entry on a tourist visa, the same way individuals apply for permits on a Special Pass or apply for Citizenship on permits Read More
residency by markl
my son has been in Kenya for 6 months and will return there soon. We are trying to find out about residency as he would like to live there permanently He is planning to marry his Kenyan girlfriend in the next few months - can he do that without ...
If I remember correctly, @Longonot62 you confirmed that you had been denied a DP before your response from Margaret, NOT as a result. Since 2003, I have met men who have received DPs. I honestly believe that the officers approve and disapprove on a ... Read More
We have 3 boys, looking for a place to live in Nairobi. by Tchaca
Hello We have 3 boys and we are looking for a good place to live in Nairobi. We are currently in Mombasa.
What's their budget? How young are these boys? More details needed Read More
Work permit timeline by theworm
Any recent experience with Work permit processing timeline. I have got a job offer & planning to move to Nairobi.
It should not take that long for you to receive a permit. The best way forward would be to contact a credible agent that can follow up on your behalf; many of my acquaintances have been able to receive their permits within four weeks after using the ... Read More
Work permit timeline by theworm
Any recent experience with Work permit processing timeline. I have got a job offer & planning to move to Nairobi.
Hello Camilo, I have sent you a message Read More
Apartment westlands by Marycheese
hello everyone, my wife and I are travelling to Europe for 2 months ( 5 nov-10 jan 2014) and looking for a tenant for our time away. Its a spacious 2 bedroom apartment, off Rhapta Road in Westlands. Its in a very quiet, green area... Completely ...
I know a few people who may be interested; please inbox price Read More
Update on Permits/Special Passes by Anne-Sharon
Dear Expat Community, This is to inform you that for about 2 months, Work permits, Citizenship visas, and Permanent Residency visas have been put on hold by the new Immigration Director. As of 23rd of this month, Special Passes and Multi-journey ...
Webdever, There's an honest organization that I know that deals with lots of immigration queries; contact them on email fathershandltd@hotmail.com Read More
Rock Climbing!! by JohOo
Hi everyone. I'm new in Nairobi and looking for climbing partners! Indoor, Outdoor, climbing, mounteneering - more or less all round:-) Just write a mail j.oos@hotmail.de Johannes
Rohit, Are you planning Mt. Longonot or a Naivasha trip any time soon? Read More
Looking for dance class hiphop/modern dance by iNA D.S.
Dear Nairobi community, Could anyone please recommend me or know a dance troupe/dance school that offers hiphop or modern jazz dance. I am a beginner but I would like to join for 6 weeks during my time of stay. Thank you for any hints. Ina
Hey, Check out danceforchangemovement.wordpress.com/ Read More
Update on Permits/Special Passes by Anne-Sharon
Dear Expat Community, This is to inform you that for about 2 months, Work permits, Citizenship visas, and Permanent Residency visas have been put on hold by the new Immigration Director. As of 23rd of this month, Special Passes and Multi-journey ...
It is better to call the immigration department in order to get up-to-date information. Otherwise, there is an organization known as FHL that you can e-mail for updates; here is their link: ... Read More