Work in Kenya for a company based in China

By Mark 11 April 2022

Can I live in Kenya and work remotely for a company in China?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. The company must be registered in Kenya and have a presence in Kenya.
  2. The company must have a legal entity in Kenya.
  3. The company must have a presence in Kenya and be registered in Kenya.

How to find remote work in China while living in Kenya?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in China even though you are located in Kenya. For that we have a few tips that you should know in order to get a remote job in China.

Tips to find remote work in China while living in Kenya

  1. Create a LinkedIn profile
    LinkedIn is the best platform to get a job in China. It is one of the best job search engines for Chinese people.
    To get a remote job in China, you need to have a LinkedIn profile.
  2. Create a profile on WeChat
    WeChat is the most popular social media platform in China. It is used by Chinese people for socializing, chatting, and sharing information.
    If you are looking for a remote job in China, you can create a WeChat account and use it to search for jobs.
  3. Create a profile on Weibo
    Weibo is another social media platform in China. It is also used by Chinese people to share information and connect with people.
    If you are looking for a remote job in China, you can create a Weibo account and use it to search for jobs.
  4. Create a profile on WeChat or Weibo
    WeChat and Weibo are the most popular social media platforms in China. If you are looking for a remote job in China, you can create a WeChat or Weibo account and use it to search for jobs.
  5. Create a profile on Zhihu

How to get paid in Kenya when working remotely for a corporation in China?

You can get paid in Kenya even if you are working for a company in China, however , you will need to do a bit of leg work to make sure you get paid.

There are several ways of getting paid in Kenya when working remotely for a corporation in China. This post will walk you through all the methods.
The first way is to get paid in Kenya using an online payment platform like PayPal, which you can use to transfer money to your Kenyan bank account.
The second way is to get paid in Kenya using a Chinese online payment platform like Alipay or WeChat Pay.
The third way is to get paid in Kenya using a Kenyan online payment platform like M-Pesa or M-Shwari.
The fourth way is to get paid in Kenya using a Chinese online payment platform like Alipay or WeChat Pay.
The fifth way is to get paid in Kenya using a Kenyan online payment platform like M-Pesa or M-Shwari.
The sixth way is to get paid in Kenya using a Chinese online payment platform like Alipay or WeChat Pay.
How to get paid in Kenya when working remotely for a corporation in China
Let’s start with the most common way to get paid in Kenya when working remotely for a corporation in China.
Option 1: Get paid in Kenya using an online payment platform like PayPal

How do taxes work in Kenya if I’m working remotely for a company Kenya?

When working remotely in Kenya for a firm based in China, taxes might be tricky, therefore we have put together a few tips to help you.

The most common tax in Kenya is the Value Added Tax (VAT) which is charged on all goods and services. VAT is charged at a rate of 12% for most goods and services.