Work in Kenya for a company based in Japan

By Mark 04 April 2022

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

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

  1. The company you are working for has a presence in Kenya.
  2. The company is a member of the Kenya Employers Association (KEA).
  3. The company is a member of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce (KNCC).
  4. The company has a Kenya office.
  5. The company has a Kenya presence in the Kenyan market.
  6. The company has a Kenyan office in the Kenyan market.
  7. The company has a Kenyan presence in the Kenyan market.

Do I need a visa to work in Kenya?
Yes, you need a visa to work in Kenya.

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

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Japan even though you are located in Kenya. For that we have to have the skills and experience to be a part of the Japanese company.

The best way to get a job in Japan is to go for an internship or a job in Japan. If you are a student, then you can get a job in Japan by applying for the internship.
You can also get a job in Japan through the Japan Internship Program (JIP). The JIP is a program that is offered by the Japanese government to help the international students to get a job in Japan.
The JIP is a great way to get a job in Japan. You can get a job in Japan in any field like engineering, marketing, business, etc.
The JIP is a great opportunity to get a job in Japan.

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Japan even though you are located in Kenya.

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

You can get paid in Kenya even if you are working for a company in Japan, however , you must follow the following steps to get paid in Kenya.

  1. Register with the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI)
    Before you can get paid in Kenya, you must register with the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI).
    The NACOSTI website is the best place to start.
    Visit the NACOSTI website and click on “Register as a New User”.
    You will be directed to the registration form. Fill in the required details and click on “Continue”.
    You will be asked to submit a scanned copy of your passport.
    You will also be required to submit a scanned copy of your NACOSTI membership card.
    You will be required to submit a scanned copy of your NACOSTI membership card.
  2. Register with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
    The KRA is the government body that collects tax in Kenya.
    The KRA website is the best place to start.
    Visit the KRA website and click on “Register as a New User”.
    You will be required to submit a scanned copy of your passport.

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 Japan, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is essential to have a good understanding of the Kenyan tax system and the ways in which it works.

The Kenyan tax system is based on the Income Tax Act of 1960, which is based on the British system. This means that the Kenyan tax system is similar to the British system, and therefore, the British system is a good place to start.
In the UK, there are four main types of income tax: Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Corporation Tax, and Inheritance Tax.
Income Tax
Income tax is the main tax in the UK, and it is charged on the total income of a person.
Income Tax is charged on the total income of a person, and it is charged on the total income of a person.