Immigration & Investment Law Practice in Kenya
Your Trusted Gateway to Kenya 🇰🇪
WKA Advocates is a leading full-service law firm in Kenya, providing strategic legal support to foreign investors, expatriates, multinational companies, and Kenyans in the diaspora. Through our dedicated Immigration & Investment Practice, we help clients relocate, invest, establish businesses, and acquire property in Kenya—seamlessly, compliantly, and confidently.
🌐 Official Website: https://www.wka.co.ke
With over 80% of our clientele comprising foreign nationals and diaspora Kenyans, we understand the legal, cultural, and regulatory challenges of entering the Kenyan market. Our role is not only to help you enter Kenya legally, but to ensure you build sustainable, compliant, and profitable ventures once you arrive.
Immigration & Investment Lawyers in Kenya
Kenya remains one of Africa’s most attractive destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI), real estate investment, technology startups, and regional headquarters. However, navigating immigration laws, investment regulations, and compliance frameworks requires trusted local expertise.
Our Immigration Investment Practice is designed to support:
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Foreign investors and entrepreneurs
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Expatriates and skilled professionals
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Kenyans in the diaspora returning home
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Multinational companies entering the East African market
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High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs)
🔑 Our Core Immigration & Investment Legal Services
Immigration & Work Permits in Kenya
We provide comprehensive legal support for Kenyan immigration applications, liaising with the
Directorate of Immigration Services 👉 https://immigration.go.ke
Our services include:
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Special Pass applications
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Class G Investor Permits
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Class D Work Permits
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Dependant Passes and Student Passes
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Permanent Residence and Citizenship applications
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Permit renewals, variations, and appeals
We ensure all applications comply with Kenyan immigration laws, minimizing delays and rejection risks.
Diaspora & Foreign Investment Advisory
We advise diaspora Kenyans and foreign nationals on legally structuring and protecting investments in Kenya, including:
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Foreign investment structuring and regulatory approvals
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Capital repatriation and profit remittance advisory
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Corporate governance and shareholder protections
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Compliance with sector-specific investment regulations
Whether investing in real estate, private equity, startups, hospitality, or manufacturing, we help you unlock value through clear legal pathways and sound governance.
Business Setup & Corporate Structuring in Kenya
We provide end-to-end business establishment services, including:
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Company incorporation and registration
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Joint venture and shareholder agreements
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Foreign ownership structuring
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Intellectual Property (IP) protection and trademark registration
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Employment contracts and HR compliance
Our approach ensures your business is investment-ready, scalable, and legally compliant from day one.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Kenya’s regulatory environment is dynamic. We help clients stay protected through:
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Ongoing statutory and regulatory compliance
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Corporate legal audits and risk assessments
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Regulatory filings and governance advisory
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Immigration and investment compliance reviews
Our proactive compliance strategies protect you from regulatory penalties, business disruptions, and reputational risk.
Real Estate Acquisition & Legal Due Diligence
We safeguard foreign and diaspora property investments through:
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Legal due diligence and title verification
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Structuring property ownership for foreigners
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Compliance with land control and zoning regulations
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Sale agreements, leases, and conveyancing
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Real estate investment structuring and risk mitigation
We ensure your property investments are secure, lawful, and bankable.
🤝 Why Choose WKA Advocates?
✅ Local Expertise, Global Perspective
Our multilingual, multidisciplinary team understands the needs of international investors and diaspora professionals.
✅ Ethical & Transparent Legal Advisory
Integrity is central to our practice. We act as your trusted legal guardians, ensuring every decision builds long-term value.
✅ White-Glove, Concierge Legal Services
We offer tailored, hands-on legal support that goes beyond paperwork—because your relocation and investment journey is personal.
💼 Make Kenya Your Next Chapter
Whether you are:
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Investing in a Kenyan business
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Relocating for work or entrepreneurship
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Returning home from the diaspora
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Establishing a regional African presence
WKA Advocates’ Immigration & Investment Practice ensures your journey is legally compliant, strategically structured, and positioned for success.