A step by step guide on how to buy land in Kenya from the diaspora.

Investing in land from abroad can be a viable option for Kenyans living and working overseas. Here are the steps involved in buying land from the diaspora:

Contact a Real Estate Company: Reach out to a real estate company in Kenya through their website or social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn). You can inquire about their available land parcels and ask any questions you may have.
Receive a Catalog: The sales representative will provide you with a catalog containing details of land parcels currently available for sale. This catalog will help you choose the specific land you're interested in purchasing.
Review Subdivision Map: Once you've made your selection, the sales representative will send you an updated subdivision map of the chosen land. This map will help you confirm the existence and location of the land.
Site Visit: Arrange for a trusted representative (e.g., a family member, friend, or attorney) to visit the site in person. They will verify the details, location, and condition of the land.
Do an online land search: thanks to technology, you can now do a land search online to verify the owner, and see the history of the piece of land you want to purchase in Kenya. Read more on how to do conduct an online land search here.
Provide Identification Documents: You'll need to submit your identification documents, including a copy of your ID, KRA PIN (Kenya Revenue Authority Personal Identification Number), and three passport-sized photos. Scan and send these documents to the real estate company via email.
Sign Sale Agreement: The real estate company will send you a sale agreement, which you'll need to fill out and sign. This agreement outlines the terms and conditions of the land purchase.
Make Payments: Proceed to make payments for the land as per the agreed terms in the sale agreement. The real estate company will provide you with their bank account details and payment instructions.
Ownership Certificate: Once you've completed the payments, the company will issue you or your representative with an ownership certificate, both in hard and soft copy. This certificate confirms your ownership of the land.
Title Deed Processing: The title deed processing will commence, and you may be required to pay a title transfer fee of Ksh30,000. This fee covers the transfer of the title deed to your name.
Collect Title Deed: You will need to personally collect the title deed or authorize your representative to pick it up on your behalf with a duly signed authorization letter from an attorney. You may also receive a soft copy of the title deed.