Immigration & Citizenship

That package from your cousin in the UK finally arrived, but now KRA wants you to pay something before you can collect it. Kenya Customs rules on receiving packages from abroad simply explain what taxes and duties apply when goods enter the country. We break down the key things every Kenyan must know before ordering … Read more

Sending a package all the way from Australia to your people back home can feel like a whole mission, especially when you are worried about costs and whether it will arrive safely. Pole, si rahisi navigating those international shipping options when all you want is for your parcel to land in Mombasa or Nairobi without … Read more

You land in Toronto or Vancouver, and the first thing you need is a taste of home—some sukuma wiki, a good nyama choma spot, or people who just get it. That’s where the best Kenyan community organizations in Canada come in, pulling you out of that lonely feeling. This article gives you the real deal … Read more

You finally bought that laptop from abroad, but the thought of it sitting at KRA for weeks gives you a headache. We know that feeling too well, pole. The endless calls to customs and the dreaded storage fees are not something anyone wants to deal with. This guide breaks down the exact steps to get … Read more

Pole, but you know how it goes when your cousin in Atlanta says they have sent you shoes or some electronics and you are left waiting for weeks, checking every day. That wait for a package from the US can be stressful, especially when you are not sure if it will even arrive in Muthaiga … Read more

Pole, but trying to bring your foreign spouse home should not feel like a riddle. You have the visa invitation letter sorted, but then the eTA website asks a tricky question about diaspora status that leaves you stuck. Sawa, we have broken down the exact steps for a foreign spouse of a Kenyan diaspora to … Read more

You have a relative in Nairobi who needs that specific phone case or some warm clothes, but the courier options in Canada feel confusing and expensive. Si rahisi to find a straight answer on how to actually get the package there safely without breaking the bank. This guide breaks down the entire process into clear, … Read more

You step off that long-haul flight, your heart pounding with a mix of excitement and fatigue. Pole, you are finally home, but navigating JKIA after years abroad can feel overwhelming. This guide is your straightforward map for a smooth arrival back to Kenyan soil. We break down everything from immigration queues to customs clearance, helping … Read more

You have finally come back home after years abroad, but now you feel like a stranger in your own country. Where do you find other Kenyans who understand that awkward mix of relief and disorientation? The Kenya Diaspora Returnee Forum is your online space to connect with fellow returnees navigating this same transition. This article … Read more

You have finally decided to come back home, and your WhatsApp group is already planning the welcome party. But between the excitement and the anxiety, there is a lot to sort out before you land. This checklist covers everything you need to do before and after arriving in Kenya so you don’t get caught off … Read more