Latest News for NRIs in Kenya

This page is a dated log of specific regulatory developments already reflected in this platform's guides for Kenya, not a real-time news feed. Each item links to the full guide covering it.

India-Side Developments Affecting NRIs in Kenya

• Revised India-Kenya DTAA (in force since 30 August 2017)

  The modernized treaty cut withholding rates to a flat 10% on dividends, interest, royalties, and management/professional fees -- down from rates as high as 20% under the prior treaty.

  Tax for NRIs
• Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026 (2026)

  India notified amended Citizenship Rules that moved OCI applications fully online, introduced an e-OCI option, and clarified that a minor cannot hold both an Indian passport and a foreign passport at the same time.

  Immigration for NRIs
• FEMA repatriation limit -- USD 1 million per financial year (Standing rule)

  Sale proceeds and other eligible balances in an NRO account can be repatriated abroad up to USD 1 million (or equivalent) per financial year, subject to Form 15CA/15CB certification by the authorized dealer bank.

  Compliance for NRIs