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United Arab Emirates to Kenya money transfers compared

Compare the best deals on sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya. Get insights on the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best AED to KES exchange rates.

Read on for the insights, analysis, and all you need to know about money transfers to Kenya from United Arab Emirates.

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Companies for transfers from United Arab Emirates to Kenya

Sponsored - Online

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%
Sponsored - Managed Service

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"Key Currency offers a personal service with a dedicated account manager. There are no transfer limits or fees which is perfect for larger send amounts."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 0.6%

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%

"Regency's UK-based account management team has vast experience. Get support on all kinds of transfers, from overseas property transactions to business payments & more."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.15% - 1.5%

"Remitly focuses on sending money to friends and family in Asia, Africa and South America. Wide coverage and well-suited to regular transfers home."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 1.3%

"Cambridge Currencies is a boutique UK-based currency broker helping clients send funds globally. Expect personable service & competitive rates from this new industry entrant."

Fees
No fees
Transfer Speed
0-5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.5% - 1.2%

"Paysend has transparent fees and rates, with transfer sent within seconds to your recipient's bank. They also have global 24/7 support for any enquiries, and bank-level security."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
1 - 3%

Best way to send: Remitly

Remitly is our top pick for sending AED to KES.

We tested & reviewed 10 money transfer companies offering services between the United Arab Emirates and Kenya, and Remitly scored highly.

In total, Remitly appeared in 60% of United Arab Emirates to Kenya searches, and was the top rated company out of 10 that support transfers into Kenyan Shilling.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your United Arab Emirates to Kenya transfer using Remitly.

How to compare deals on your United Arab Emirates to Kenya transfer

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from United Arab Emirates to Kenya
Remitly
Total number of AE - KE providers
10
Average cheapest fees & rate
Remitly
Average fastest transfer
Paysend
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Regency FX

Considerations for money transfers from United Arab Emirates to Kenya

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between the United Arab Emirates and Kenya, based on your specific needs is the best way to send money with confidence.

Our comparison includes 10 companies that provide the ability to send UAE Dirham to Kenya.

This ensures you get the best options for transfers to Kenya from the United Arab Emirates, based on the amount you want to send.

2
Watch the UAE Dirham-Kenyan Shilling exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
4
Use providers regulated in Kenya and United Arab Emirates
5
Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Kenya
7
Have your ID ready
8
Tax declarations

Cheapest way to transfer money to Kenya from the United Arab Emirates: Regency FX

Regency FX offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending UAE Dirham to Kenya.

Of the 10 providers compared, data shows that Regency FX is 0.6% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average AED-KES exchange rate that is 0.25% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* AED.

If you want to secure the best rates on a AED to Kenya transfer, Regency FX will result in the most Kenyan Shilling received.

*The most common fee applied to AED-KES by Regency FX, based on data from the past six months.

Fastest money transfers from United Arab Emirates to Kenya: Paysend.

Of the 10 money transfer companies tested, Paysend offered the quickest way to send UAE Dirhams to Kenya.

Through our comparison, we found Paysend to be the fastest option to transfer money from the United Arab Emirates to Kenyan Shilling in 63.6% of instances.

Over the last six months, sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya through Paysend have an average fee of 0 AED.

Paysend was one of 10 money transfer providers we compared for overall speed of sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya. This speed test included depositing UAE Dirhams to an account and the average timeframe for sending money to Kenya.

When fast transfers are a priority, Paysend is our best choice for sending from United Arab Emirates to Kenya.

Transfer a large amount of money

For transferring bigger sums of money to Kenya from the United Arab Emirates, opt for a provider with a competitive exchange rate and strong account management.

Remitly is the best rated company for sending large amounts of Kenyan Shilling to Kenya out of
10 companies offering the service.

Whether for a property purchase, or for business, sending large amounts of money to Kenya from the United Arab Emirates has the potential to be very expensive.

Remitly is our choice for big transfers to AED because of all round price, speed and management when making large transfers.

Understanding the cost of sending money to Kenya from United Arab Emirates

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 AED-KES is 35.121 KES per UAE Dirham.

  • Finding a provider offering an exchange as close to 35.121 as possible will ensure more Kenyan Shilling received when transferring.

  • For context, the AED-KES mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 35.0675 KES per UAE Dirham. This includes a high of 35.4616, and low of 34.7232.

  • Remitly currently offers the best exchange rate on transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya.

For the most part the AED-KES exchange rate you receive is the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending AED to Kenya.

Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. Remitly currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Kenya from the United Arab Emirates, averaging 0 AED over the last 6 months. 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.

The better deal you get on exchanging UAE Dirhams to KES, paired with a low fee, means a higher total amount received in Kenya.

Getting best exchange rate for sending UAE Dirham to Kenyan Shilling

Timing is essential when tracking the mid-market rate between AED and KES. The end exchange rate you secure impacts how much KES you get for your AED.

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
35.121003 
KES

The recent mid-market rate trends are:

  • Over the past six months, the mid-market rate from AED to KES was 35.0675.

  • During this period, it hit a high of 35.4616, and a low of 34.7232.

  • Remitly, which is our recommended service to send money online from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya offers an exchange rate that is only 1.81% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment options for United Arab Emirates to
Kenya money transfers

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are usually the best and easiest way to send money from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya.

    By using a money transfer company such as Regency FX for transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank.

    Regency FX is the cheapest money transfer company for bank transfers from the 10 we compared for transfers from AED into Kenya.

    With an average fee of 0 AED to send money from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya, Regency FX offers a strong combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya with a debit or a prepaid card is available through .


    is one of the cheaper options for debit card payments for transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya. This cost is against a total of 10 money transfer companies offering this option.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from the United Arab Emirates to Kenya, emerges as our top choice of the 10 companies offering this service.

    Be aware 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.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Kenya and United Arab Emirates.


Our comparison engine and algorithms evaluate providers based on over 25 factors, including transfer fees, ease of use, exchange rates, mobile apps, transfer times & customer support.

We also consider how these services are rated on platforms like TrustPilot, AppStore, and Google Play, giving you a comprehensive view of what to expect.

This thorough analysis helps you get the best available deal - every time you want to move money from United Arab Emirates to Kenya.


We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send AED to KES.


For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.

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Contributors

Keith Hodges
Keith is an experienced Content Specialist with a rich background in both marketing and journalism within the financial sector. At MoneyTransfers.com, Keith plays a pivotal role in driving the business forward and broadening its reach in various international money transfer markets. His expertise is a key factor in the company's expansion and success.
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