Kenya Seeks Payment From Diplomats for Some Previously Exempted Government Services
• Kenya has informed diplomatic missions in Nairobi to start paying for some government services they were previously exempted from
• The notice did not specify which services diplomats will now need to pay for, causing confusion
• Diplomats are usually exempted from taxes under the Vienna Convention, but charges for services like licenses and certificates are permissible
• Some government agencies are already demanding payment from diplomats for previously exempted services
• An official said missions won't pay for now until the system clarifies charges, but some ambassadors want clarity for budgeting