Dual citizenship being an American too is a very beautiful thing especially in your time of need. This is from personal experience. About two years ago, i was robbed proper in Diani. Lost all my traveling documents, cash, cards and any way i could communicate. Trust me and i do not want to sound weird but my host second home Swiss came to my rescue and processed my Swiss temp. passport in a day while my Kenyan brothers and sisters at Diani police station took a wk to write a police report. I’m still traumatized. This was during Easter holidays. The Swiss Embassy sent someone during holidays to meet me at the airport in jkia to just make sure I’m ok. Kindly keep your American citizenship. You are going to need it at some point.
@berylatieno6290.Glad you were able to get help quickly from Swiss Embassy. That can be a very traumatic experience. Yes, I would advise anyone especially American citizens NOT to give up their citizenship.
@@Kipro007-j5mi would give up a Kenyan citizenship in a heartbeat if i have to choose one. Get into trouble anywhere in the world that requires your country to flex its muscle then you will know we have none. I was robbed and had not a shilling with me and yet the boss in charge who lived 300 meters at their quarters still expected me to fuel his car. His juniors sensing my desperation offered to help me with their phones so i could call my Family. The abuses (Taka taka, ghasia) they received before me haunt me to date. I also file my taxes for both countries so it’s doable.
@@Kipro007-j5m if you want first rate protections, pay up! lol Filing is required but only people making a lot of money will have to pay the US income tax, due to the exemption amounts and tax treaties.
American life teaches you something about family we all can do something to make our environment livable their is nothing like this work is for ladies and the other one is for men
Your narration is top notch👌 Since I bumped into your channel I've just been watching and watching, then hearing you and I are both K-1 alumnaes, I'm proud of your journey mahn.
It's basically impossible to involuntarily lose US citizenship. And many, many, times more people are pursuing US citizenship than people renouncing it.
A very informative piece. I think it is an eye-opener especially for those of us about to travel on temporary visas. I would also opt for dual because we want to experience both worlds. I also believe the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
The American immigration system is very costly (by design) not including laywer fees if applicable and takes alot of time and patience since it's the most sort after citizenship in the world and the process you have just explained from F1 Visa to Citizenship is by default the American dream. Do not give up your US citizenship, the benefits of having one are overwhelmingly positive. Corrupt Kenyan politicians are buying citizenship by investments from the countries that offer it as their back-up plan. Any dual citizens out there American, Canadian, Australian, European countries' passport holders...keep them! Bless up
Dual citizenship is the way to go. I am currently transitioning from the US to Liberia, and that's exactly what I intend to do. You listed valid reasons to keep your US citizen status.
Dr. Wuod Odidi.. Great job you're doing Sir and is very informative. If I have Usa citizenship and recent got dual with Kenyan government, how long can I be staying in Kenya while on visit and also about taxes in Kenya?
❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉 i have just subscribed to your channel ! Am a Ugandan but i got your video after watching Mrs Trudy Wodemaya ! It's an informative video. Life is about decision making daily , whete to live and get benefits and where to leave . That decision making is interesting 🤔😎🤔
When you mentioned Oyugis, Agoro Sare, Kanyawanga…..goosebumps all over me as I miss home terribly. Also planning to return, so here taking tips, do’s and don’ts. Please keep it up 👏🏿👏🏿
Think about the time of emergencies, the US always evacuates their citizens. How would you even think of losing citizenship? Paying both taxes is no problem, if the taxes are used properly.
@@donnajoe4442 Basi wewe uko poa. Mimi huwa si file hence penalties zinani ngoja na mimi husikia hawa jamaa hawana huruma. What if I decide I don"t wanna be kenyan citizenship anymore ,what will be the consequence?
@petergichanga3380 No consequences. Only problem would be if you ever needed a bank loan. They will contact KRA, and you will need to pay the debt to get the loan. Also, if you have HELB loan, it might catch up with you.
@@petergichanga3380There was a waiver for all those who did not owe any principle taxes. It was expiring in 30 June 2024. You can check if there's been an extension by googling or going to their website
@@donnajoe4442also if he ever wanted to invest in KE, he will be treated as a foreigner, pay i think 300k yearly in taxes. Just keep both the penalties are minimal. I have been penalized many times last time i think was 2k for defaulting.
You don't need to pay taxes in Kenya unless you have a business making you money in Kenya or you visit Kenya for 6 months in a year or visit cummulative 4months in 3yrs
Great Content! I normally don't comment much but since you asked for advice, kindly ensure you have declared your dual citizenship in Kenya. I know it's not the advice you asked for, but its the part am knowledgeable in and could be of help to you. Otherwise, I enjoy your content and specifically like how you record the video prior and then do a voice-over later. Cheers!
Subscribed the other day interesting videos. Having lived and been brought up in Kenya, for 10 years, am very keen on the videos. Iam Ugandan in UK. Interestingly l went to Maseno girls In the mid 80s!. Tough time😅 there. Not much knowledge on the Kenyan citizenship but l thank God for my East African Passport. Can l just ask what app you use to do your voice overs?
Great content just bumped into your channel and been watching it ..im in love with your country home so beautiful you've challenged me in building mine back in shagz which iv been contemplating.
i had to give up my Kenyan citizenship to gain German citizenship, German does not allow dual citizenship, I would have love to keep my Kenyan but given the choice I chose the German for reason many people will never understand, or excuse, but whatever
I'll disagree with you on that military point...they only way you can join the military is only if you have a green card. There's no way round about it....
Good info bro. But I have to say I will never lose my US citizenship. In fact personally am debating and need to make decision soon on whether to retire in kenya or US after living in US for 33 years. I kind of feel that for me Kenya is not the place I would want to retire but I understand there are challenges also here in US. So I will keep watching your videos. I recently run into your channel and can relate to so many things you talk about.
Mexico is a pretty popular retirement destination for US citizens. There's several other places that don't make it too difficult for US citizens to move for retirement.
Do NOT lose your American citizenship. African countries may be good but they can fall anytime without a warning ⚠️ Think of Somalia, Central African Republic, Niger, Sudan and the list is long. You have more to gain remaining an American. The Kenyan citizenship is just a plus
With the recent riots in Nairobi City with all yhe Gen z and etc i would prefer you still stayed in the US ! Keep building and investing for your retirement but the political situation or climate in your home country in the last two months is not healthy for you. You have a good job 👍🏾✅ you achieved your highest education status and have a beautiful family 🌹
Do Not Ever Give Up Your US Citizenship. Dual citizenship is the way to go. I will forever pay my US this taxes because the US always comes to your needs.
Thank you for this information, especially for some of us soon to be returnees contemplating the same, to get citizenship or stay on green card status. And where do we get your contact infor to obtain more resources to include in our transitioning plan back home, e.g buying land, trust worthy building contractors and most important to me right now is designated uninterrupted internet access for remote work beside starling coz l don’t trust Elon Musk right now
Dual citizenship being an American too is a very beautiful thing especially in your time of need. This is from personal experience. About two years ago, i was robbed proper in Diani. Lost all my traveling documents, cash, cards and any way i could communicate. Trust me and i do not want to sound weird but my host second home Swiss came to my rescue and processed my Swiss temp. passport in a day while my Kenyan brothers and sisters at Diani police station took a wk to write a police report. I’m still traumatized. This was during Easter holidays. The Swiss Embassy sent someone during holidays to meet me at the airport in jkia to just make sure I’m ok. Kindly keep your American citizenship. You are going to need it at some point.
@berylatieno6290.Glad you were able to get help quickly from Swiss Embassy. That can be a very traumatic experience. Yes, I would advise anyone especially American citizens NOT to give up their citizenship.
Until you have to file your universal taxes in the US.
@@Kipro007-j5mi would give up a Kenyan citizenship in a heartbeat if i have to choose one. Get into trouble anywhere in the world that requires your country to flex its muscle then you will know we have none. I was robbed and had not a shilling with me and yet the boss in charge who lived 300 meters at their quarters still expected me to fuel his car. His juniors sensing my desperation offered to help me with their phones so i could call my Family. The abuses (Taka taka, ghasia) they received before me haunt me to date. I also file my taxes for both countries so it’s doable.
@@Kipro007-j5m if you want first rate protections, pay up! lol
Filing is required but only people making a lot of money will have to pay the US income tax, due to the exemption amounts and tax treaties.
@@sarafinalove5330it is very very hard to renounce your US citizenship and if you’re successful the US government will charge over $4000.00
Very informative! But I was laughing at the extra work the little girl was giving you. She is the land lady! 😂
She is my supervisor so she can do whatever she wants :) :)
American life teaches you something about family we all can do something to make our environment livable their is nothing like this work is for ladies and the other one is for men
Absolutely!! Challenge is how to bring the lessons back home!!
I just like the manner in which you are mopping the floor around your daughter. Demonstrates humility and speaks volume in character….
We have fun down here :)
Your narration is top notch👌
Since I bumped into your channel I've just been watching and watching, then hearing you and I are both K-1 alumnaes, I'm proud of your journey mahn.
Thanks and welcome ja K-1 :)
Here after watching Lynns show.
Thank you so much :)
It's basically impossible to involuntarily lose US citizenship.
And many, many, times more people are pursuing US citizenship than people renouncing it.
True!
I have been wondering where i saw you becoz i was sure we met somewhere, glad to know it was at Maseno University i was there from 2002 to 2006..
YES!!! Small world!
A very informative piece. I think it is an eye-opener especially for those of us about to travel on temporary visas. I would also opt for dual because we want to experience both worlds. I also believe the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Absolutely!!!
The American immigration system is very costly (by design) not including laywer fees if applicable and takes alot of time and patience since it's the most sort after citizenship in the world and the process you have just explained from F1 Visa to Citizenship is by default the American dream. Do not give up your US citizenship, the benefits of having one are overwhelmingly positive. Corrupt Kenyan politicians are buying citizenship by investments from the countries that offer it as their back-up plan. Any dual citizens out there American, Canadian, Australian, European countries' passport holders...keep them! Bless up
I could not agree with you more!!!
I love how involved you are in your home's maintenance.😊
We try :)
Where did you get your big front door? Was it custom made?
Yes...I had my guy Omosh weld them on site: 0717262862
Thanks 🙏
Dual citizenship is the way to go. I am currently transitioning from the US to Liberia, and that's exactly what I intend to do. You listed valid reasons to keep your US citizen status.
Absolutely!!
Dr. Wuod Odidi..
Great job you're doing Sir and is very informative. If I have Usa citizenship and recent got dual with Kenyan government, how long can I be staying in Kenya while on visit and also about taxes in Kenya?
Thank you so so much :) Manya daktari so we talk more :)
❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉 i have just subscribed to your channel ! Am a Ugandan but i got your video after watching Mrs Trudy Wodemaya ! It's an informative video. Life is about decision making daily , whete to live and get benefits and where to leave . That decision making is interesting 🤔😎🤔
Thank you so so much :)
When you mentioned Oyugis, Agoro Sare, Kanyawanga…..goosebumps all over me as I miss home terribly. Also planning to return, so here taking tips, do’s and don’ts.
Please keep it up 👏🏿👏🏿
:) :) There is no place like home!!
Think about the time of emergencies, the US always evacuates their citizens. How would you even think of losing citizenship? Paying both taxes is no problem, if the taxes are used properly.
Very true!!
Dual Citizenship, a quick question here, do you file for kenya Taxes even though you don"t work or have any income in kenya?
Yes, I have a pin, and therefore, KRA has penalties for non filing. I file nill returns.
@@donnajoe4442 Basi wewe uko poa. Mimi huwa si file hence penalties zinani ngoja na mimi husikia hawa jamaa hawana huruma. What if I decide I don"t wanna be kenyan citizenship anymore ,what will be the consequence?
@petergichanga3380 No consequences. Only problem would be if you ever needed a bank loan. They will contact KRA, and you will need to pay the debt to get the loan. Also, if you have HELB loan, it might catch up with you.
@@petergichanga3380There was a waiver for all those who did not owe any principle taxes. It was expiring in 30 June 2024. You can check if there's been an extension by googling or going to their website
@@donnajoe4442also if he ever wanted to invest in KE, he will be treated as a foreigner, pay i think 300k yearly in taxes. Just keep both the penalties are minimal. I have been penalized many times last time i think was 2k for defaulting.
You don't need to pay taxes in Kenya unless you have a business making you money in Kenya or you visit Kenya for 6 months in a year or visit cummulative 4months in 3yrs
Very true! However, I was talking about filling tax paperwork...I could be wrong but I believe anyone with a KRA pin is required to file
Very informative,may be we should link up with some Maseno alumni 🎉
I applaud ur cleanliness😂
Thank you so so much :)
And of cos the best access and cheaper tuition fees for university for your children
YES!!!
From lynn ngugi to here❤
Thank you so so much!
@@WuonOdidi you're welcome
Great content. This kind of information while residing outside of KE is educative
Thank you so so much :)
Great Content! I normally don't comment much but since you asked for advice, kindly ensure you have declared your dual citizenship in Kenya. I know it's not the advice you asked for, but its the part am knowledgeable in and could be of help to you. Otherwise, I enjoy your content and specifically like how you record the video prior and then do a voice-over later. Cheers!
Thanks for the info! I did not know that!
How can one contact you for regaining Kenya citizenship
Subscribed the other day interesting videos. Having lived and been brought up in Kenya, for 10 years, am very keen on the videos. Iam Ugandan in UK.
Interestingly l went to Maseno girls In the mid 80s!. Tough time😅 there.
Not much knowledge on the Kenyan citizenship but l thank God for my East African Passport.
Can l just ask what app you use to do your voice overs?
I could tell right away that this guy is highly educated. It's something I can easily spot.
Great content. Military recruitment is now only limited Green card holders & citizens. Was changed in 2019.
I recently heard that :(
Always thank your bro ...only afew siblings help❤
Thank you :)
Can you do a video on countries that dont allow foreigners to have dual citizenship. Kindly
YES We will do that! Thanks!
Great content just bumped into your channel and been watching it ..im in love with your country home so beautiful you've challenged me in building mine back in shagz which iv been contemplating.
We can do this Gracie!!!
Good explanation. Thanks Wuon Odidi.
You are welcome
👏🏾Team Jael here!
Thank you so so much :)
if your parent wins the greencard.After how long can he fill the I-130 form to enable you move to the U.S.?
They can file right away! however, the process is faster for unmarried kids who are below 21..others take much longer
Great breakdown and good information especially for diaspora. 👍🏽
Glad it was helpful!
i had to give up my Kenyan citizenship to gain German citizenship, German does not allow dual citizenship, I would have love to keep my Kenyan but given the choice I chose the German for reason many people will never understand, or excuse, but whatever
That is a tough choice!!
It was good information. but what caught my eyes was daddy's girl, giving daddy repetitive task of cleaning after her👧
my boss is killing me :)
That's a good move n the house is beautiful n neat,may God bless ur hard work
Thank you so so much :)
The tiles👌🏾share details
Yes! These are 60X60..from sahajanand!
@@WuonOdidi Address please
Very informative!
Thanks!
I have to like the video before watching.
Thank you so so much :)
I'll disagree with you on that military point...they only way you can join the military is only if you have a green card. There's no way round about it....
May be...
The military thing was closed in 2016. it was called MAVNI program
Oh..Really? I did not know that. Thanks!!
Good info bro. But I have to say I will never lose my US citizenship. In fact personally am debating and need to make decision soon on whether to retire in kenya or US after living in US for 33 years. I kind of feel that for me Kenya is not the place I would want to retire but I understand there are challenges also here in US. So I will keep watching your videos. I recently run into your channel and can relate to so many things you talk about.
Mexico is a pretty popular retirement destination for US citizens. There's several other places that don't make it too difficult for US citizens to move for retirement.
I am glad to hear that! Lets keep talking-I am sure we will all learn something!
Very true!
Do NOT lose your American citizenship. African countries may be good but they can fall anytime without a warning ⚠️ Think of Somalia, Central African Republic, Niger, Sudan and the list is long. You have more to gain remaining an American. The Kenyan citizenship is just a plus
I'm keeping it for sure..for now!
The gate is the Embassy 😢
YES!
But they make you get kra pin if you get a bank account. I recently opened KCB account.
USA taxes world wide income, gifts,etc.
Yes they do :)
I like your content. Very informative
With the recent riots in Nairobi City with all yhe Gen z and etc i would prefer you still stayed in the US ! Keep building and investing for your retirement but the political situation or climate in your home country in the last two months is not healthy for you. You have a good job 👍🏾✅ you achieved your highest education status and have a beautiful family 🌹
Yes! Thank you!!
My fellow kenyans , if you ever get a USA citizenship, never ever lose it.
true :)
Do Not Ever Give Up Your US Citizenship. Dual citizenship is the way to go. I will forever pay my US this taxes because the US always comes to your needs.
True!!
Woda, what do you mean? I thought you relocated and not lose your citizenship?😮
You have to watch to the end :)
Oyugis city. My home town ❤
YES!!!Achune!
What is the bait headline for..
I have Consciously CHOSEN to RENOUNCE my US Citizenship.....I no longer want to return to the Plantation... #timetoheal #I-AMFREE
Totally understandable!!!
I wish you knew what u r doing.. some day u will cry premium tears…
Thank you for this information, especially for some of us soon to be returnees contemplating the same, to get citizenship or stay on green card status. And where do we get your contact infor to obtain more resources to include in our transitioning plan back home, e.g buying land, trust worthy building contractors and most important to me right now is designated uninterrupted internet access for remote work beside starling coz l don’t trust Elon Musk right now
You are welcome! Feel free to email me at e_achola2000@yahoo.com
Don't give up your citizenship. But in the end, can't have your cake and eat it
Unfortunately yes..we cant have it both ways!
How about if you find ways not to pay taxes ... organization
There are ways to minimize tax obligations for sure :)
Very informative
Glad you think so!
Zieme Hills
Ok!
Very educative from Lynn ngugi
Thank you so so much!
Wuod olela.
YES!!
Keep your dual citizenship! Having a US citizenship in your back pocket has many benefits.
sure!
From Lynn to here,God help me to relocate back to my routes,its not easy in diaspora
It is not! But we can do it!! Good luck!
Series very ❤❤❤❤
Thank you so so much :)
Good story. As for now, the Mavni program is now closed. Therefore, a student can no longer join the US military. Trump administration closed it.
I did not know that!!! Thanks!
ja k-1 , i was in kanyawanga too
YES!!! K-i alum..karibu!
Had to subscribe I got a similar video with watching
Thank you so so much :)