How to send money to Kenya from Singapore with the best SGD-KES rate

Comparing money transfer companies with services between Singapore and Kenya, based on your specific transfer amount and transfer needs, is the best way to send money at the best price.

Right now, for SGD/KES

• Of the 9 money transfer providers we tested and reviewed, Wise was a standout option for its combination of speed and cost. Sending 9,567 SGD to KES will cost you $92.55 in fees, and you will receive 914,020 KES.

• Revolut offers the lowest cost transfers of the 9 providers we compared. Revolut offers this through a combination of 0 SGD fee per transfer and exchange rate between SGD-KES that is 0.2% different to the mid-market rate.

• Fastest way to send money to Kenya from Singapore is with Wise. If you send 9,567 SGD with Wise to Kenya now, the transfer time is within minutes. Smaller transfers will likely be quicker, while larger transfers to Kenya can take slightly longer.

We’ve compared 9 providers providing services between Singapore and Kenya. This ensures you will get the best options when sending Kenyan Shilling to Kenya.

Over the last 7 days, we’ve picked Wise as the best overall provider. However, comparing based on the amount you want to send to Kenya will provide a specific provider that’s best for transferring money from Singapore.

The exchange rate is the price you will pay when buying Kenyan Shilling in Singapore. A better exchange rate means you send more Kenyan Shillings to Kenya.

Currently, the mid-market rate between the Singapore Dollar and Kenyan Shilling is 101.0782. Exchange rates between SGD-KES change almost constantly.

The cost of sending money from Kenya to Kenya, is made-up of a combination of fees and exchange rates:

• The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market rate determines a mid-price for buying currency. The current mid-market rate from SGD-KES is 101.0782 KES per Singapore Dollar.

• Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. Revolut currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Kenya from Singapore, costing 0 SGD per transfer. Although this does include large transfers as well, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

• Amount Received: The amount received in Kenyan Shilling is the amount you started with, minus the amount you paid in the exchange and fees.

Waiting a day or two can help you get more KES for the same amount of Singapore Dollars, but you may also end up paying more if you do wait.

A better option is to use a forward contract. This allows you to lock in an agreed exchange rate for transfers between Singapore and Kenya for a set amount of time, this can be up to two years in some cases.

Sending through a money transfer company via a bank transfer will most often be the way to get the best price when sending money from Singapore to Kenya.

Here are all the ways to send money from Singapore to Kenya:

Bank transfers

Bank transfers are often the better option for money transfers from Singapore to Kenya.

Sending money via a bank transfer with a company such as Revolut for transfers from Singapore to Kenya allows you to benefit from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get with a traditional bank. 


Debit and prepaid cards

Sending money from Singapore to Kenya with a prepaid or a debit card is very simple with Wise.


Wise is a leader in card payments for transfers from Singapore to Kenya, competing among a total of 9 active money transfer companies on this route.

Credit cards

When it comes to international credit card transfers from Singapore to Kenya, we recommend comparing your options to get the best deal.

Beware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, we recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment instead.

and have different regulators for financial transactions and ensuring you fully understand these regulations will aid in keeping your money safe.

Our directory of worldwide financial regulators has regulation details for money transfers between Singapore and Kenya.

Money transfer companies offering services between Singapore and Kenya have minimum or maximum thresholds on how much you can send or receive. These can be daily, weekly or monthly.

In particular, rates and fees for sending different amounts of Singapore Dollar could change. We always recommend comparing SGD-KES rates for your specific transfer amount. Then, with transfers to Kenya, shopping around each time can make a huge difference - as some providers offer introductory rates.

If you’re worried about transfer limits, for sending large amounts of SGD to Kenya, we’d recommend Wise.

There are different options for receiving Kenyan Shilling in Kenya. The most popular are direct bank deposit, cash pickup, a mobile wallet or receiving money into a multi-currency account. Not all providers offering transfers from Singapore to Kenya will offer every method for incoming Kenyan Shilling, so it’s best to check ahead of time.

Sending directly to a bank account is one of the most common ways to send money from Singapore into Kenya. For most part, this is because it means the recipient has to do very little. Wise is the best company for bank transfers between Singapore and Kenya.

And if you need cash right away, check if cash pickup is an option for transfers between Singapore and Kenya.

Mobile wallet services and payment apps like PayPal, Xoom, and CashApp are popular too, but they come with more limitations and higher costs compared to money transfer providers like Revolut.

You will need to verify your ID at the sign up stage when sending from Singapore to Kenya through a money transfer company.

Documents needed will vary and in some cases you might need a couple of different forms of ID.

ID can be verified in Singapore through a government issued ID such as a passport or driver's license. If the recipient needs ID to collect money in Kenya, both of these will also likely be accepted. Depending on the company you are using and where the money is going in Kenya, it’s always best to check ahead just in case.

Larger transactions between Singapore and Kenya are likely to be subject to additional checks such as proof of funds for anti-money laundering purposes. This could slow down the process of sending money if you’re not prepared for them.

One of the reasons Wise scored so highly for large and regular transfers to Kenya, was their easy sign up process in Singapore.

When sending money between Singapore and Kenya there will be tax declarations to consider.

Some transfers into Kenyan Shilling may need to be reported to tax authorities in Kenya. This is of particular note where inheritance or property purchases are involved.

Personal allowances and tax limits will change in Kenya based on age, income and personal circumstance. When in doubt, please contact a tax professional in Singapore or Kenya to discuss your individual needs. This will ensure you are not missing any specific tax obligations associated with your transfer.