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Kenya vs Thailand: the digital nomad visas compared

Partially verified Last verified June 10, 2026 Reviewed by Henry van de Vorming

The short version

  • Kenya grants a longer initial stay (24 months vs 6), and it is renewable.
Side-by-side comparison of the Kenya Class N Permit and the Thailand DTV.
Criteria Kenya Class N Permit Thailand DTV
Minimum income / month €1,850 No fixed threshold
Income basis Salary / employment contract Savings accepted
Initial duration 2 years (better) 6 months
Renewable Yes Yes
Maximum total stay No fixed limit 5 years
Path to permanent residence Indirect (switch required) No
Path to citizenship No No
Family inclusion Yes Yes
Working for local clients Not allowed Not allowed
Tax treatment Standard resident taxation Standard resident taxation
Health insurance Required in practice Not required
Insurance duration required Full visa period —
Application fee ≈ €185 (better) ≈ €350
Where to apply Online, In country Online, Embassy / consulate
Processing time — 4 weeks

Green values mark the objectively better number in that row.

Full guide

Kenya Class N Permit →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

Full guide

Thailand DTV →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

Don't forget insurance

Both programs have their own health-insurance rules — we match plans against each one's published requirement, with the evidence shown.

Insurance for Kenya → Insurance for Thailand →

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