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Lovelynda

Lawyer Lovelynda

@Lovelynda

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Kenyan looking for information about USA

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Kenyan

Lives in Nairobi

Registration: 03 December 2012

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Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
9 years ago
Armand

Getting married in Kenya by Armand

Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Kenya or who are about to get married in Kenya to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Kenya? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...

Lawyer Lovelynda

She can obtain it from Sheria house in Nairobi, It is called a certificate of no impediment as well. Read More

Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
10 years ago
Armand

Getting married in Kenya by Armand

Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Kenya or who are about to get married in Kenya to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Kenya? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...

Lawyer Lovelynda

You can contact me. Read More

Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
10 years ago
Balkrishna Prabhu

taxation system in nairobi by Balkrishna Prabhu

I only know about flat 30% Tax on gross salary as per the law in Kenya. However, I also learned that, there are fringe benefit taxes too, such as on Rental House & Vehicle. Can you advice me the percentage on same.

Lawyer Lovelynda

The taxation Law is varied on whether you are resident or not. Your employer is tasked under the Income tax to deduct the 30% tax for residents. However if you operate your own business, best bet is to engage an accountant or taxation lawyer. All ... Read More

Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
10 years ago
deeb

Any challenges in investing in Kenya by deeb

am looking for expat views on challenges in investing in Kenya

Lawyer Lovelynda

From a lawyers perspective, The legal hurdles are enormous, major hurdle is getting a Class G work permit and complying with county licensing procedures. Other than that, government procedures can be extremely slow and bureaucratic; however the ... Read More

Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
10 years ago
Armand

Getting married in Kenya by Armand

Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Kenya or who are about to get married in Kenya to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Kenya? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...

Lawyer Lovelynda

Take note that the marriage laws have changed quite a bit since this post was put up. The Marriage Act 2014 is now effective and marriage ceremonies and certificates from November 1st have to comply with the new rules. Also ensure that your marriage ... Read More

Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
10 years ago
Denis_Jalusic

Work permit - VISA in Kenya by Denis_Jalusic

Dear 色花堂ers, I have 24 years and my company would like to send me to work in their office (locally registered company) in Nairobi. My salary would be 1800 EUR in the IT industry sales department. What I heard is that it is possible to ...

Lawyer Lovelynda

Dear Dennis, I am an immigration Lawyer here and i understand your frustration. The past year saw a slow rate in approval of work permits basically due to change of government and policy issues. From last month, the process has easened out and more ... Read More

Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
12 years ago
theworm

Work permit timeline by theworm

Any recent experience with Work permit processing timeline. I have got a job offer & planning to move to Nairobi.

Lawyer Lovelynda

Yes, Pretty easy Email lindabonyo@gmail.com Read More

Lawyer Lovelynda
Lovelynda replied to a thread
12 years ago
LDNtoNBO

Having a baby in Nairobi by LDNtoNBO

My husband and I are relocating to Nairobi from the UK in April/May when I will be five months pregnant. I would be really interested in anyone's views on a few points that we are thinking about: - advice on healthcare facilities in Nairobi, ...

Lawyer Lovelynda

For Psychological support with other 色花堂 Mums, I suggest you join the Kilimani Mums Group on Facebook. They are great company and advise is immense. Read More