INTRODUCTION Two years ago, I was called frantically by relatives of some Nigerian nationals who had been arrested in Nairobi. Unfotunately, the Kenyan police had xenophobically targeted Nigerians living in Nairobi for arrest and deportation. My clients were Nigerians with…
For foreigners who wish to visit Kenya for various reasons either business visits, family visits or tourist visits they can now apply for their visas (Evisa) online. The Evisa must be applied for and approved prior coming into Kenya. The…
Film is a powerful vehicle for entertainment and education. It grants us the opportunity to reflect on the diverse cultures around us and opinions of society. Over the last two decades, the Film Industry in Kenya has experienced tremendous growth…
As the corona virus (COVID-19) Pandemic continues to spread across the world and in our country Kenya, we at JR Advocates are deeply concerned about its effect on not only our people but on you our esteemed clients as well.…
On May 21 2018, the Cabinet Secretary in charge of the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government, Dr. Fred Matiangi announced a looming crackdown on foreigners who are in Kenya illegally, including those who are in Kenya legally but…
Permanent Residence Status in Kenya The Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act, 2011 is an Act of Parliament of Kenya that makes provisions for matters relating to citizenship, issuance of travel documents, immigration and connected purposes. Under section 37 of…
WORK/ENRTY PERMITS IN KENYA IntroductionWork permit is a legal document that one is require to have in order to work in a foreign country.The Kenyan Immigration Act prohibits a foreigner to reside, work or engage in any employment or business…
