Retire in Kenya
Featured city: Mombasa
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Kenya offers world-famous safari access, a warm Swahili coast, and English as an official language. Mombasa provides beach living, a rich cultural mix, and an affordable cost of living with modern amenities.
Safari access, Swahili coast, English-speaking
- Low Cost
- Warm Climate
- English-Speaking
- Easy Visa
- US State Department advises exercising increased caution — verify current advisory before travel.
- Healthcare quality can be uneven outside major urban centers — private international insurance is strongly recommended.
- Infrastructure (roads, internet, utilities) may vary by region — visit before committing to a long lease.
Retirement visa
The Class K retirement visa requires an annual unearned income of at least $15,000.
Cost of living
In Mombasa, a one-bedroom apartment costs around $400 monthly, and local groceries are affordable.
Numbeo cost indexHealthcare
Private hospitals in Nairobi provide high-quality care, while public facilities are often under-resourced; private insurance is essential.
Healthcare indexSafety
Most areas are safe, but exercise caution in specific border regions and urban centers due to petty crime.
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