Can a US citizen live in Kenya?

Yes, US citizens can live in Kenya, with several practical routes for long-term residence. US passport holders need an eVisa to enter (USD 50, valid 90 days, available online before travel or on arrival). For long-term residence, the main permit classes are Class D (employment, employer-sponsored), Class G (investor, requiring minimum investment of around USD 100,000 in a Kenyan business), Class I (missionaries and approved NGOs), Class K (retirement, requiring proof of stable foreign-source pension or income with the typical threshold around USD 12,000 a year for a single applicant), and Class M (spouse of a Kenyan citizen or resident). Permanent residence is generally available after seven years of continuous Class status. For the full picture, see our Kenya cost of living page.