Immigration Services
Immigration Services
Welcome to our Immigration Services, where we provide tailored solutions to foreign individuals and companies seeking to register businesses, obtain visas, and work permits in Kenya. Our team of experienced consultants is dedicated to offering comprehensive and professional guidance, ensuring that our clients have a smooth and efficient immigration process.
Visas
Our visa services cover a wide range of categories, including but not limited to Business Visas, Dependent Visas, Transit Visas, Student Visas, and Tourist Visas. We offer detailed information on each visa category, outlining the eligibility requirements, application procedures, and necessary documentation. Our consultants provide personalized guidance throughout the application process, ensuring that our clients meet all the necessary requirements.
- Single Entry Visa: This visa allows the holder to enter Kenya once and stay for a maximum period of 90 days.
- Multiple Entry Visa: This visa allows the holder to enter and exit Kenya multiple times within a certain period, usually up to one year.
- Transit Visa: This visa allows the holder to transit through Kenya to another destination. The maximum stay allowed is 72 hours.
- Business Visa: This visa allows the holder to conduct business activities in Kenya, such as attending meetings, conferences, or seminars.
- Work Visa: This visa allows the holder to work and reside in Kenya for a specific period, usually up to two years. The applicant must have a valid job offer from a Kenyan employer and meet certain qualifications.
- Student Visa: This visa allows foreign students to study in Kenya for a specific period, usually up to one year. The applicant must have a letter of acceptance from a recognized educational institution in Kenya.
Work Permits
Our work Permit services include assistance in obtaining the different classes which includes:
- Class A. – Issued to persons who intend to engage in prospecting for minerals or mining.
- Class B. – Work permit issued to persons wishing to invest in Agriculture and Animal Husbandry.
- Class D. – This is issued to a specific employer who offers specific employment qualified to undertake that employment.
- Class G. – Work permit issued to investors in a specific trade, business, or consultancy.
- Class I. – Work/Residence permit issued to a member of missionary society approved by the Government of Kenya and whose presence is beneficial to the country.
- Class K. – Residence permit issued to persons who have an assured income derived from sources outside and undertakes not to accept paid employment of any kind.
- Class M. – Work permit issued to Conventional Refugees.
Passes
- Special Pass- Issued to persons wishing to enter and remain in Kenya for a limited period of up to 6 Months to conduct trade, business or profession.
- Dependant Pass-For children, spouse or parents/guardian of a person holding a Kenyan work permit.
- Student/Research/Internship pass- Offered to foreign students studying in Kenya or undergoing training in Kenya.
- Citizenship- For persons married to Kenyan Spouses/Children of Kenyan Parents/adopted children.
- Regaining Citizenship- For Kenyan citizens who ceased being citizens by acquiring citizenship of another country before 27th of August 2010.
- Permanent Residence- For a person who holds work permits for more than 7 years & with continuous residence for 3 years/ a Kenyan citizen who lost or renounced citizenship and their country of domicile doesn't allow for dual citizenship/children born by a Kenyan citizen and hold passports of countries that do not allow dual citizenship/ those married to a Kenya Citizen for a period exceeding three years and the marriage is still valid
Declaration of Dual Citizenship
For a Kenyan Citizen who has acquired citizenship of another country that allows for dual citizenship.
Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property
At the Lawyers Hub, we offer comprehensive intellectual property and brand management services to businesses operating both in and out of Kenya and who wish to secure their intellectual property locally and regionally. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to helping clients protect their valuable intellectual property assets and manage their brands effectively, ensuring long-term success and growth.
Trademark Registration
We support businesses register their trademarks with the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) and manage their trademark portfolios to ensure their brands are protected and enforced against any infringement. Part of trademark management also involves monitoring renewals and lodging oppositions for marks that threaten to infringe on those of our clients.
Copyright Registration
We support clients with registration of copyright with the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) and provide guidance on copyright infringement, licensing, and protection of your creative works.
Patent registration and Management
We can assist you in securing patent protection for your inventions, providing guidance on the patent drafting and application process, and managing your patent portfolio to ensure that your intellectual property rights are safeguarded.
Brand management
Our team can assist you in developing and implementing effective brand management strategies that build brand awareness, enhance brand equity, and protect your brand from infringement or dilution.
IP due diligence
We provide expert advice on IP due diligence matters to help you identify and evaluate potential intellectual property risks, ensuring that your business remains protected and compliant.
Regional and global Intellectual Property Registration
Lawyers Hub also provides support for clients who wish to pursue registration of intellectual property in the region or across the world. Through our established network of partners located in different countries, we work together to ensure that securing your intellectual property is not a hassle.
Business Registration
Business Registration
We offer business registration services for foreign individuals and companies seeking to set up their businesses in Kenya. Our team of consultants provides detailed information on the different types of businesses that foreigners can incorporate in Kenya, including Different Types of Companies, Sole Proprietorships, and Partnerships. We also offer guidance on the registration procedures and the necessary documentation required for each type of business.
Private Limited Company
This is the most common business entity in Kenya, where the liability of shareholders is limited to their capital contributions. It can have a minimum of one and a maximum of 50 shareholders, and it is suitable for small to medium-sized businesses.
Company Limited by Guarantee
This type of company is usually set up for non-profit purposes, such as a charity or a club, where its members act as guarantors and contribute towards the company's debts. Its profits are reinvested into the company, and it cannot distribute dividends to its members.
Public Limited Company
A public limited company is a large business entity with the ability to sell shares to the public, and its liability is also limited to its capital. It is regulated by the Capital Markets Authority and has more stringent legal requirements than private limited companies.
NGO
An NGO is a non-profit organization that operates independently of any government, and it is usually established for humanitarian, environmental, or advocacy purposes. NGOs are regulated by the NGO Coordination Board and are required to register and report their activities.
Partnerships
Partnerships are formed when two or more individuals come together to carry on a business, and the profits and losses are shared among them. The partners' liability is unlimited, and they are personally responsible for the debts and obligations of the partnership. There are three types of partnerships in Kenya: general partnership, limited partnership, and limited liability partnership.
Data Protection Compliance and Cybersecurity
Data Protection Compliance and Cybersecurity
The global data protection landscape is changing quicker than many may have predicted. Today, the collection, storage, transfer and dissemination of personal information is closely guarded and protected under a myriad of laws. In Kenya, our very own Data Protection Act has been around for more than three years. Now more than ever, organizations are forced to be cognizant of how they carry out their processing activities and the need to be aware of the rights that owners of personal information have.
At Lawyers Hub, we offer comprehensive data protection compliance services to businesses of all sizes in Kenya. With our expert guidance, you can be certain that your business is fully compliant with the relevant data protection laws and regulations, minimizing the risk of data breaches and protecting the privacy of your customers.
Registration with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) as a Data Controller/Processor
Lawyers Hub supports organizations that comply with the Data Protection Act’s requirement to register as a data controller and/or processor and acquire a certificate of registration.
Data Protection Compliance Audit
We will conduct a comprehensive audit of your current data protection policies and procedures, identifying any areas that need improvement or updating.
Data Protection Policy Development
We work with organizations to help them develop a customized data protection policy that aligns with their business goals while meeting all legal requirements.
Data Protection Training
We provide training to your staff on data protection best practices, ensuring that everyone in your organization is aware of their responsibilities and knows how to handle sensitive data.
Data Breach Response Planning
We also support entities to develop a comprehensive plan for responding to a data breach, minimizing the impact on their business and consequently, their customers.
Data Protection Officer
Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain
Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain
Our dedicated team of legal experts offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by blockchain innovation. From regulatory compliance to smart contracts, intellectual property protection to dispute resolution, we provide the guidance you need to harness the potential of blockchain while staying on the right side of the law. Whether you're a startup, an established business, or an individual, our mission is to empower you with the knowledge and support necessary to thrive in the dynamic world of blockchain. Explore our services and let us be your bridge between innovation and legality.
We specialize in providing expert legal guidance for the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI). From regulatory compliance to AI-driven contract review, our dedicated team ensures you navigate the evolving AI landscape seamlessly. We're here to help you harness AI's potential while adhering to legal standards. Partner with us to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and legal assurance.
Artificial Intelligence
- Legal Advisory on AI Technologies
- Legal Advisory on Compliance
- Training on AI
- HR Impact Assessment on AI technologies
- Legal advice on outsourcing AI Services
- Legal & Technical Advisory on Smart Contracts
Blockchain
- Legal & Technical Assistance on Smart contracts
- DPIA for Blockchain
- Blockchain regulatory activities
- Blockchain Contract/Transfer agreements
- IP Protection for Blockchain solutions
- Training on Blockchain Technology
Startup Support
Startup Support
We help startups in legal compliance and legal advisory through a peppercorn subscription based model as a continuation of our services emanating from the startup law accelerator.
Lawyers Hub also understands the pivotal role of brand management in the modern business landscape. As such, our services extend to encompass strategic brand management initiatives. From crafting compelling trademark strategies to assisting in copyright protection, we empower you to mold and nurture a robust brand identity that resonates with your audience.
Furthermore, our dedication extends to nurturing startups through an innovative legal compliance and advisory framework. Operating on a distinctive modest and affordable subscription model, this initiative seamlessly extends from our acclaimed startup law accelerator. This subscription-based approach ensures that startups receive ongoing access to invaluable legal guidance and compliance support. This empowers them to confidently navigate the intricate legal terrain while focusing on building and elevating their brand.
Telecommunication and Licensing
Telecommunication and Licensing
Our specialized team offers expert support in Telecommunication Licensing, Impact Assessment, and facilitating communication with regulatory authorities. We excel in negotiations, drafting Service Level Agreements, and conducting Compliance Audits to ensure adherence to essential regulations. With us, navigate the intricate world of telecommunication confidently while we safeguard your compliance and negotiations.
Telecommunication and Licensing Services
- Legal support in Telecommunication Licensing
- Acquisition of type-approval
- Support in communication with regulatory & public authorities
- Negotiations and Drafting of Service Level agreements
- Audit on Compliance with necessary regulations
Notarization of Documents
Notarization of Documents
Our team recognizes the complicated nature and process involved in obtaining a copy of notarized documents for use in a foreign country and as such we labor on behalf of our clients to provide quick and efficient notarization services for Kenyans who are intending to use their documents in a foreign country. Furthermore, we offer notarization services for foreign documents intended to be used in Kenya by foreign nationals.
Reach Out To Us
Contacts
Tel :+254 784 840 228 /+254 111 215 675
Email:info@lawyershub.ke
Location
ACK Garden House Block D, 6TH FLOOR 1St Ngong Ave, Nairobi
Immigration Consultation Registration Form
Immigration Consultation Registration Form
Contacts
Tel :+254 784 840 228 /+254 111 215 675
Email:info@lawyershub.ke
Location
ACK Garden House Block D, 6TH FLOOR 1St Ngong Ave, Nairobi
