The Diaspora Kenyan’s Guide to Shipping Home from the USA
Being Kenyan and living in the US means two things are certain: you miss home, and someone back home always needs something.
Whether it’s a laptop for a nephew, school supplies for the kids, or clothes for the family, diaspora shipping is a regular part of Kenyan life abroad. This guide helps you ship smarter and cheaper.
Air vs. Sea — Which Should You Choose?
Choose Air if:
- Your package is under 50kg
- You need it delivered within 2–3 weeks
- You’re shipping electronics, clothes, or gifts
Air freight: $20/kg — 10 to 15 business days
Choose Sea if:
- You have furniture, appliances, or bulk goods
- You can wait 60–90 days
- You want the most economical rate for heavy items
Sea freight: $35/cu ft — 60 to 90 days
Is It Worth Shipping Electronics from the US?
Yes — significantly.
Even after air freight ($20/kg) and customs duty (0–10% for electronics), the savings are real.
How to Ship with AriSilva
- Sign up free at arisilvalogistics.com — get your US address instantly
- Shop online using your US address, or pack local purchases and send to our warehouse
- We consolidate your packages to reduce shipping cost
- We clear customs at JKIA or Mombasa Port — no Customs hassle for you
- Delivered to the door anywhere in Kenya
Payment Options
We accept credit/debit cards and M-Pesa — because we know diaspora life means paying from two continents.
Common Diaspora Questions
“Can I ship a car from the US to Kenya?” Yes — via sea freight. Contact us for a dedicated vehicle shipping quote.
“Can the recipient collect from your Nairobi office?” Yes. Recipients can collect from our Nairobi office instead of waiting for delivery.
“Do you offer real-time tracking?” Yes. Every shipment has a tracking number. Both you (in the US) and your recipient (in Kenya) can follow the shipment live.
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