Kenya · Skilled Worker Visa

Permit Class F: Specific manufacturing (KEP/F)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-25 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Permit Class F (specific manufacturing) requires proof of at least USD 100,000 investment capital and company registrati…

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

Permit Class F (specific manufacturing) requires proof of at least USD 100,000 investment capital and company registration, plus a non-refundable processing fee of KES 20,000.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
12 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Nairobi
Single (monthly)€750
Family (monthly)€1,550
Rent 1BR (center)€400
Groceries€150
Transport pass€25
Mombasa
Single (monthly)€385
Family (monthly)€846
Rent 1BR (center)€192
Groceries€92
Transport pass€31
Kisumu
Single (monthly)€292
Family (monthly)€654
Rent 1BR (center)€154
Groceries€77
Transport pass€23

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Permit Class F: Specific manufacturing (KEP/F)?

Permit Class F (specific manufacturing) requires proof of at least USD 100,000 investment capital and company registration, plus a non-refundable processing fee of KES 20,000.

Can the Permit Class F: Specific manufacturing (KEP/F) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Kenya?

Yes. Kenya offers 6 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Kenya country page.

What is the cost of living in Kenya?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Nairobi: €750/mo; Mombasa: €385/mo; Kisumu: €292/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-25 · See our methodology

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