Buying or renting
As a rule, foreign nationals cannot own freehold land in Kenya, but can buy leasehold property; get advice from a lawyer.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceLiving in Kenya
Home security
Burglaries are common; on the coast, beachfront accommodation is exposed to armed robbery and break-ins. Choose well-secured accommodation and check the security of any rented holiday home.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Kenya, safetyGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: KenyaSPF Affaires étrangères (Belgium), Kenya: general security
Sources for this guide
- Living in Kenya · Source updated: January 28, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Kenya, safety · Source updated: September 25, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- Government of Canada, Travel advice: Kenya · Source updated: September 8, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- SPF Affaires étrangères (Belgium), Kenya: general security · Source updated: August 11, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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