Business Visa from Kenya to Tonga
- The Tongan business visa is for Kenyans traveling to Tonga for the purpose of business.
- Kenyans are allowed to start up a business in Tonga using the business visa.
- New businesses must register for Income Tax if earning more than 7,000 Tongan Pa'anga per annum and should also register for Consumption Tax.
- The Tongan government has identified its growth areas as agriculture, fisheries, and tourism, although there are lots of opportunities for new business in infrastructure, building and construction, freight, and renewable energy.
- A local lawyer can be helpful in securing land leases and navigating immigration and working visa requirements for any foreign worker who might need to be based in Tonga.
- If you are starting up a business in Tonga, you should be prepared to spend money on training and mentoring the local labor force who are keen to work and willing to learn.
- If you are traveling to Tonga for a business meeting you need the following documents:
- Original, signed Kenyan passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity
- One 2 x 2'' passport-sized photograph.
- Business letter from the sending company specifying the purpose of the visit in Tonga
- Copy of a recent bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds
- Original business letter from the host company in Tonga explaining the purpose of the trip, dates of travel and guaranteeing sufficient funds.