Living in Kenya while working in Zambia

Can I work remotely in Kenya for a company in Zambia?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. Your country of origin is your home country.
  2. You are a national of the country you are going to work in.
  3. Your visa is valid.
  4. You have all the necessary documents.
  5. You are able to work legally in Zambia.
  6. Your employer is willing to pay the necessary taxes.

What are the most popular visa types for working in Zambia?
The most popular visa types for working in Zambia are the following:

  1. Working Permit
    This visa is the most popular one for working in Zambia. It allows you to work in Zambia, but you need to have a sponsor and to apply for the visa. You will need to pay a certain fee (starting from KZS 20,000) and the visa is valid for a period of one year.
  2. Working Holiday
    If you are a young person and want to spend a few months or a year in Zambia, you may want to consider applying for a Working Holiday visa. It allows you to work in Zambia for a period of one year and you can apply for a visa that is valid for one year.
  3. Standard Visitor Visa
    This visa allows you to visit Zambia for a period of up to one year. The visa is valid for a period of one year and you can stay in Zambia for up to three months.

How can I find a remote job in Zambia while living in Kenya?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Zambia even if you are located in Kenya, for that we have a dedicated section on our website.

How do I get a visa for Zambia?
You can apply for a Zambia visa online. Visit the Zambia Embassy in Nairobi or the Zambia Consulate in Mombasa and apply for a visa.

How can I get paid in Kenya when working remotely for a company in Zambia?

It is possible to get paid in Kenya while working for a company in Zambia but it is not easy.

The first thing to consider is the difference in exchange rates. The official exchange rate for the US dollar is KES 1,015. The Zambian Kwacha is KES 6,965. The Zambian Kwacha is worth about KES 1,000 more than the US dollar.
The second thing to consider is that Zambia is a developing country and there is a huge gap between the rich and the poor.
If you are working for a company in Zambia, you will probably be paid in Kwacha. If you are working for a company in Kenya, you will probably be paid in US dollars.
If you are in the US, you can convert your US dollars into Zambian Kwacha using the exchange rate. You can also convert your US dollars into Kenyan Shillings using the exchange rate.
If you are in Kenya, you can convert your Kenyan Shillings into Zambian Kwacha using the exchange rate. You can also convert your Kenyan Shillings into US dollars using the exchange rate.
How to get paid in Kenya when working for a company in Zambia

Will I pay taxes in Kenya or Zambia when working remotely in Kenya?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Kenya for a corporation in Zambia, so here are a few things you need to know.

Kenya is a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The OECD is an organisation of 34 countries that are committed to promoting a better quality of life for their citizens by improving economic performance and social progress. The OECD has a goal of improving the quality of life for citizens by improving the quality of institutions, the quality of the environment and the quality of life.