tuldha
Indian expat in Kenya
Forum posts
57
About me
Indian
Lives in Nairobi
Registration: 07 December 2010
Moving from India
I have moved out of Nairobi about two years back. However, certain things wouldn't have changed. Good schools are available provided you are able to get your child admitted into one as the competition may be quite tough. But more importantly, ... Read More
Where to get yellow fever vaccination in kenya by Xebi
It's my first time in need of yellow fever vaccination so kindly direct me where to get in kenya
I think Medanta Africare on Waiyaki Way may be the best option. Not VERY expensive. Read More
Cook especially with Indian cooking Knowledge by mihirmsheth
Looking for a cook who has experience in cooking Indian Food. Location Westlands.
I was in Nairobi for a few years (over two tenures) and returned to India exactly an year back. During both my tenures I had a native house-help who could cook simple Indian food (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian). I have sent you a message giving ... Read More
Work Permit In Kenya by annakagenya
Dear all, For those in need of work pemits here in kenya. Kindly note the following, 1] Register a company with kenya n director. 2]Account opening with a minimum deposit of about 10m. 3] Government costs of approximately kshs.350,000. 4] To achieve ...
Why is he required to come here to pursue his work permit anyway? The work permit is applied by and pursued by the employer themselves. Read More
Any Crossfit Gyms or Good Gyms in General Around Westlands? by cameronhuntley1
Hello ex-pat blog! So I'm hoping some Nairobi natives or transplants can help me out here. I'm looking for a gym with good classes, ideally in the high intensity, quick workout area, and good equipment--and a focus on actually doing correct ...
You could also look at the gym in Prime Executive Apartments on Rhapta Road Read More
Looking for 02 bedrooms in Westlands by Over_the_world
Hello . I am looking for unfurnished 02 bedrooms in Westlands . Budget up to 75000 Ksh .
You can also visit the website property24.co.ke Read More
Work Permit In Kenya by annakagenya
Dear all, For those in need of work pemits here in kenya. Kindly note the following, 1] Register a company with kenya n director. 2]Account opening with a minimum deposit of about 10m. 3] Government costs of approximately kshs.350,000. 4] To achieve ...
Above reply is misleading. It is illegal to work without having a work permit beforehand. While you can come on tourist visa to pursue issuance of work permit, you can not actually work. However, this is not necessary as generally the follow up is ... Read More
Suggestion Required. is my salary ok to move over with a family of 4? by RSudarshan
I am an Indian with a family of 4, with my mom, wife and 6 year old son. I am considering job offer in Nairobi with Salary in USD (Net savings after taxes) i.e. 3600 USD + Incentives + Family Status + Expat Benefits ( Return Tickets every 2 years + ...
I would consider this salary highly inadequate for an expat with family. Try to get free accomodation, school fees and medical insurance as all these are quite expensive here. Read More
Work Permit Status in Nairobi March / April 2015 by helluvascorp
Hey there! I'm an advertising professional moving to Nairobi on work. My employer tells me that applying / getting a work permit is a lengthy procedure. However, as and when I've joined and started work with them, they shall apply for the ...
Nowadays it is indeed taking quite long to receive a work permit. However, it is for the employer to arrange one. I would strongly advise against taking up the job before receiving the work permit. Read More
where to buy kitchen ware dinnerware & fridge by mariam139
any good shops to buy kitchenware and dinnerware?as well as to buy fridge freezer tv etc at reasonable prices?? except from nakumat
The best place to buy dinnerware and kitchenware is Oshwal Wholesalers. It is somewhere in the lanes behind Westgate Mall. Probably on Jalaram Road. Read More
What to carry
You will get almost everything in Nairobi. However, medical facilities and medicines are very expensive. You may carry OTC Medicines for common ailments with you. Education is also very expensive but good schools are available. Furnished housing ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
Pardon me, but I think USD 1000 will only translate to Ksh. 85,000. It is very poor salary and it will be very difficult to live on this salary. Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
While salary itself appears fair, cost of medical can be very very expensive in Nairobi. In some cases as much as 4-5 times the cost in India. If you want to live lavishly, you would save nothing, in my opinion. Read More
relocate to nairobi , somebody can guide me ? by bpradeep
hi all i am relocating to nairobi in feb with family of 3 persons could somebody tell me how much salary should i asked for a good living in kenya , salary include accomadation , good school for kid , transport with reguler expenditure of ...
Legally, you should have a work permit before you begin working on your job. If your employer has already obtained a work permit for you, the copy of the same should suffice. If you are coming just for a visit, an invitation and evidence for where ... Read More
relocate to nairobi , somebody can guide me ? by bpradeep
hi all i am relocating to nairobi in feb with family of 3 persons could somebody tell me how much salary should i asked for a good living in kenya , salary include accomadation , good school for kid , transport with reguler expenditure of ...
I have since updated the prices and you may like to have a look at the following post - /forum/viewtopic.php?id=5109&p=2#1089766 Read More
RELOCATION TO KENYA NAIROBI COST OF LIVING
I have since updated the prices and you may like to have a look at the following post - /forum/viewtopic.php?id=5109&p=2#1089766 Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
My last update regarding the cost of living was more than a year back. I notice many more queries on the forum and note that the exhaustive list was found useful by many people. I am, therefore, updating the list & prices to indicate current prices ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
Hi Gaurav, Sorry, I have not been active here and noticed your mail just today only. In case you are still looking for a response, the salary offered, per-se, does not look very attaractive. However, it will depend on what you are earning ... Read More
RELOCATION TO KENYA NAIROBI COST OF LIVING
You may like go through post #31 on the following link - Mylink The information is almost an year old. I must take out time to update it. Read More
relocate to nairobi , somebody can guide me ? by bpradeep
hi all i am relocating to nairobi in feb with family of 3 persons could somebody tell me how much salary should i asked for a good living in kenya , salary include accomadation , good school for kid , transport with reguler expenditure of ...
Pradeep, You would not be able to use local transport and a car will be a must. Read More
Advice on groceries shopping by twinfun
Hi i shop at Nakumat for all my groceries including fruits and vegetables and my groceries bill is just way too much for me.. I was wondering if all kenyans shop in nakumat or are there better places where I can get things for cheaper. I m looking ...
Hi, There is also a large market opposite Aga Khan Hospital in Parklands, which we used to go to. At least with a market you can negotiate prices too - always bargain!That is City Park, Limuru Road (very near from Aga Khan Hospital). A very large ... Read More
Car shipping by Lilitaly98
I haven't seen anyone talk about this but is it possible to ship and use an american car to Nairobi? Or must one use local transportation and/or purchase a car there?
Though I have not imported ANYTHING into Kenya till date, I did some research before coming here a few months back and found an excellent official document regarding rules for First Arrival Privileges. I would, therefore, advise you to refer to the ... Read More
cost of living in kenya- westlands by avni
Hi, we got a job in kenya recently and are planning to move there, the job location is mainly at westlands area. i would highly appreciate if somebody can let me know answers to my following queries. 1. accomodation:- Which is the area near ...
Avni, There is a sticky post at the beginning of this thread which could answer some of your questions. Westland has a large Indian population and so has nearby Parklands area. Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
Hi all, I'm not denying that people do try and "rip off" foreigners from time to time, but please consider the context.Where in the world tourists are not ripped off? Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
was amazed at the pirce of ordinary shampoo in TUCKYS AND NAKUMATT its cheaper her e in ireland,.,.do not go to laundry in mombasa city center if you are white,.,.hahaha i really want to move permantly in kenya but not till i figure out ways of ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
i go holidays to kenya quite a lot,. its not the prices that i see here,. lunch for a kenya person os less than 1 euro. if you are white its 5 times more ,.multiply by 5 for foreign person,. so u jsut go to get wise and tought nad its cheap ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
It is good to know that the last detailed list posted by me above was found useful by some people at least. I, therefore, feel that updating the list & prices at the beginning of the year may be useful. Please note that these are current indicative ... Read More
how much to earn in nairobi on job by sunnydel
Hi, I am considering a job offer which requires me to settle in nairobi with family ( wife & 2 primary school kids ). Company will take care of housing/car/food expense. I want to know how much salary would I ask my employer to survive here, ...
Hi, Tuldha, On tax part, even if company say that utilities are free, does that mean that it will still be taxable & be bear by me ? If I don't quote any figure then it may be possible that employer may not give enough time to get back to ... Read More
how much to earn in nairobi on job by sunnydel
Hi, I am considering a job offer which requires me to settle in nairobi with family ( wife & 2 primary school kids ). Company will take care of housing/car/food expense. I want to know how much salary would I ask my employer to survive here, ...
Thanks ! Tuldha for very good input. Just would like to know minimum salary in US $ terms in case 3 facilities provided are tax free so that I can negotiate it with employers. A quick reply is very much needed. Thanks again !Sunny, It is very ... Read More
how much to earn in nairobi on job by sunnydel
Hi, I am considering a job offer which requires me to settle in nairobi with family ( wife & 2 primary school kids ). Company will take care of housing/car/food expense. I want to know how much salary would I ask my employer to survive here, ...
Sunny, If house/car/food is being provided by the company, all that you need the salary is for enjoyment, savings and the unforeseen. Just keep in mind that Income Tax will be 30% flat. Medical treatment is very expensive. Make sure that ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
Great list on general expenses thanks to all. I am trying to budget for a move to Nairobi and I was wondering if anyone has similar updated information for costs of renting a place in a relatively safe neighborhood. I am a young female and I will ... Read More
Dongle and mobile phone. by Jules2
Hi, I arrive in Nairobi on Friday morning and will need a new mobile and a dongle for my laptop. Could anyone point me in the right direction of the Kenyan equivalent of a Carphone Warehouse, please? Many thanks Jules
Safaricom is the best provider in Kenya for voice and Orange for DataI own both Airtel and Safaricom Voice connections. I find Airtel voice clarity much better. Read More
moving to nairobi
hi i am from pakistan and currently living in cairo egypt with my husband,now we are planning to move to kenya nairobi. i need some information about pakistani families living there,some idea bout cost of living,food,shopping ,weather,islamic ... Read More
Driving Licence by GuestPoster852
Hey Can any one help about how to get the driving licence and what is the processign time and fees etc
Hello I have indian driving license .it,s valid in kenya?Contact Automobile Association(AA) in your centre. They will charge less than 1500 shillings for the services. They will need copies of your identification papers and current driving license. ... Read More
Help on Buying Furniture by tuldha
I need to buy house-hold furniture for my three BR apartment. I have found that the stores on the net and showrooms in Malls etc. are pretty expensive. I am looking for good quality but reasonably priced furniture, preferably locally made. Can ...
Hiya! Also, try the road side shops along the Mombassa Road; take your time looking around, talk to people (haggle!!!); you might find a shop that catches your eye with things that are your taste; they will probably be able to tailor-made every ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
I came to Nairobi about two months back. Before coming here I had lot of queries, which were more or less adequately addressed through this forum. One query, however, was not addressed adequately and that was the availability of items of daily need ... Read More
Help on Buying Furniture by tuldha
I need to buy house-hold furniture for my three BR apartment. I have found that the stores on the net and showrooms in Malls etc. are pretty expensive. I am looking for good quality but reasonably priced furniture, preferably locally made. Can ...
My sincere thanks to all of you for valuable tips Read More
Help on Buying Furniture
I need to buy house-hold furniture for my three BR apartment. I have found that the stores on the net and showrooms in Malls etc. are pretty expensive. I am looking for good quality but reasonably priced furniture, preferably locally made. Can ... Read More
Dongle and mobile phone. by Jules2
Hi, I arrive in Nairobi on Friday morning and will need a new mobile and a dongle for my laptop. Could anyone point me in the right direction of the Kenyan equivalent of a Carphone Warehouse, please? Many thanks Jules
Hi JS Chupal, ISD calls to India are pretty cheap at Kenyan Shillings 3 per minute i.e. only Rs. 1.50 per minute. It is much cheaper to call India from Kenya than the other way around. However, it is advisable to go for a prepaid connection in the ... Read More
cost of living in mombasa by tsgarha
Hi all, I have got a job offer in Kenya , Mombasa. I will be relocating from Mumbai, India to Mobasa in August 2011. The company has offered me ksh 34,000 per month for food, phone,cable tv, net and day to day house requirements. Apart from the ...
The salary offered is too low. Though I have just come to Nairobi, the first impression is that its too expensive for expats. Mombasa is unlikely to be very different. A maid may cost about KES 5000 and a driver upwards of KES 10000 (minimum). ... Read More
moving to kenya by pashagaik
we are considering moving to kenya.So i want to know the exact procedure to take my family with me.My company is planing to send me there for next 2 years. pls reply.
Pasha, In case you are moving on employment here, your employer will arrange/will have to arrange a work-permit for you. You will have to fill up some forms for that which your prospective employer may provide. Once a work-permit has been issued ... Read More
Pls help me frndz...Got an offer frm Nairobi... by jaypee25
Dear All I hv been offered a job as de Principal of one of de leading GCSE schools in Nairobi on a salary of USD 7000 per month, child's free education, health insurance for self and family, return tkts to Mumbai for self and family every 2 yrs. ...
Hello JP, I am also from India, and will be stationed at Nairobi for 3 years. $7000 is good enough. Even if you would not have the kids education package, its good. Not sure if you can save $3500. I get around $12,6000 and have been able to save ... Read More
Visa confusion by jem70
After many months finally received a work permit now endorsed in my UK passport. My question, I thought I would now need a multi entry visa, but told by Immigration in Nairobi City Centre, not required. The work permit stamp proves residency. Is ...
The permit should be issued to you, not your employer - they apply for it on your behalf.Thanks. Read More
Visa confusion by jem70
After many months finally received a work permit now endorsed in my UK passport. My question, I thought I would now need a multi entry visa, but told by Immigration in Nairobi City Centre, not required. The work permit stamp proves residency. Is ...
Once in Kenya, just a matter of taking work permit and passport to the immigration office, this can be done anytime within 3 months of issue of work permitBut the issue is what document will have on me while entering? The work permit is issued to ... Read More
Visa confusion by jem70
After many months finally received a work permit now endorsed in my UK passport. My question, I thought I would now need a multi entry visa, but told by Immigration in Nairobi City Centre, not required. The work permit stamp proves residency. Is ...
After many months finally received a work permit now endorsed in my UK passport. My question, I thought I would now need a multi entry visa, but told by Immigration in Nairobi City Centre, not required. The work permit stamp proves residency. Is ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
Can someone please update the prices mentioned in Billmburugu's post dated 2010-10-03, as I understand the prices have gone through the roof in the last few months? Read More
Health Care in Kenya by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
Oops, sorry it was just a typing mistake. I have corrected it. Thanks for bringing this to my attention. May be you can contribute on the thread by answering some of the questions! I am sure it will be helpful to others ;) RegardsIt was in a ... Read More
Health Care in Kenya by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
Hello everyone, > Some addresses of pharmacies around the island will also be useful. _____________________________________________ 大咖福利影院 TeamIsland ???? Read More
Agency for Car Driver, Cook, Domestic Help
Hi, Are there any agencies in Nairobi who help with arranging the services of drivers, cooks or domestic help etc. How does one go about arranging these. Read More
Buying a Car
Which are the popular car brands/models (Sedans) in Nairobi. How much do they cost? Read More
Considering Moving to Kenya - Cost of Living
I am considering moving to Nairobi, Kenya on a job offer in a Top Management position in a company. I am an Indian. My basic requirements will be a 3 bed-room apartment in an upscale living area with adequate security and comforts. I will also need ... Read More