Properties a Foreigner Can Purchase in Kenya
✅ Leasehold Land (Up to 99 Years)
Urban plots and land issued under leasehold title.
✅ Apartments & Condominiums
Flats and units within registered developments.
✅ Residential Houses
Villas, townhouses, and homes on leasehold land.
✅ Commercial Property
Office spaces, shops, hotels, and investment buildings.
✅ Property Through a Registered Company
Allowed if legally incorporated in Kenya.
⚠️ Not Allowed:
❌ Freehold land
❌ Most agricultural land (unless special government approval)
📄 Legal Requirements for Foreign Buyers
• Valid Passport (Certified Copy)
• KRA PIN (Kenya tax registration)
• Signed Sale Agreement
• Proof of Source of Funds
• Passport Photos
• Due Diligence & Land Search
• Advocate (lawyer) to handle transfer and registration
🏗 Additional Requirements (If Building)
✔ Approved architectural drawings
✔ County government construction approval
✔ National Construction Authority (NCA) registration
✔ Environmental Impact Assessment (if required)
✅ Summary:
Foreigners can legally invest in Kenyan real estate through leasehold ownership, provided proper documentation and approvals are completed.