Send money from United Kingdom to Kenya

You pay in GBP, the recipient gets KES. Below are services that can do this today, ranked by how much actually arrives after all fees and exchange-rate markups.

Market rate: 1 GBP = 173.0776 KES
Best now: Paysend — send 500 GBP, receive about 85,925.28 KES.
Estimates for 500 GBP; open the app for your own amount. · Updated:

Services that send this corridor directly

Paysend Best nowBetter rate on your first transfer
Loss vs market: 0.71%
85,925.28 KES
Debit card Visa/Mastercard (Apple Pay / Google Pay) → To a Visa/Mastercard card or bank account
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How it works

  1. Pick a service above and open it with our link (some give a bonus on the first transfer).
  2. Register and pass a quick identity check — usually a passport photo, a few minutes.
  3. Pay with a card or bank transfer in United Kingdom; the recipient in Kenya gets money to a card, account or wallet.

FAQ

What is the cheapest way to send money from United Kingdom to Kenya?

Compare the amount received, not the advertised fee: a "0% fee" service can hide 3% in the exchange rate. The list above already accounts for both.

How long does a transfer from United Kingdom to Kenya take?

Card-to-card and stablecoin transfers usually arrive within minutes; bank payouts can take up to 1–3 business days.

What is the GBP to KES exchange rate today?

The mid-market rate is 1 GBP = 173.0776 KES. Services add their own markup; we show how much of it you lose.

Are these services legal and safe?

All listed services are public companies with their own licences and terms. Check the recipient's country rules and your bank's limits before a large transfer.

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