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Compare money transfers from Kenya to New Zealand

Get the best deals on transfers from Kenya to New Zealand. Find the cheapest, fastest, and best rated providers with the most competitive KES to NZD exchange rates.

Read on for analysis and insights on the best ways to send money to New Zealand from Kenya.

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Companies for transfers from Kenya to New Zealand

Sponsored - Managed Service

"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%

"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%

"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%

"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%

Best recommended: Wise

Wise is our top pick for sending Kenyan Shilling to New Zealand.

Of the 1 money transfer providers tested and reviewed, Wise scored highly for its competitive rates and fees.

Wise appeared in 83.3% of Kenya to New Zealand searches, and was the top rated company supporting KES to NZD transfers.

Make your Kenya to New Zealand transfer using Wise for the best mix of cost and speed.

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How to compare deals on Kenya to New Zealand money transfers

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Kenya to New Zealand
Wise
Total number of KE - NZ providers
1
Average cheapest fees & rate
Wise
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Wise
Best for debit card
Wise

Understanding Kenya to New Zealand money transfers

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Comparing providers

Comparing providers when sending money from Kenya to New Zealand is the easiest way to make a transfer at the best price.

We’ve compared 1 providers for sending Kenyan Shilling to New Zealand. This ensures you will get the best options for your transfer to New Zealand from Kenya.

We rate Wise as the best overall, but comparing gives you a comprehensive view of all the options for transferring money from Kenya to New Zealand.

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Get ahead of the Kenyan Shilling-New Zealand Dollar exchange rate
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Choosing the right payment method
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Financial regulators in Kenya and New Zealand
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in New Zealand
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to send money to New Zealand from Kenya: Wise

Wise combines the lowest fees with the best exchange rate and from the 1 companies compared offers the cheapest transfers to New Zealand from Kenya.

Data collected through our comparison over the past six months shows that Wise is 0% cheaper than the second-best option.

The cost is made up of an average fee of 8.57* KES and an exchange rate for buying New Zealand Dollar with Kenyan Shilling that is 0.01% different to the mid-market rate.

If you want to secure the best rates on a Kenya to New Zealand transfer, Wise offers value. We would still recommend searching for the amount you want to send to New Zealand.

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

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Fastest way to send money from Kenya to New Zealand: Wise.

Wise is the quickest way to send Kenyan Shilling to New Zealand of the 1 companies offering the service.

Data from the last six months shows Wise to be the quickest way to send money from Kenya to New Zealand Dollar in 66.7% of searches. For fast transfers between KES and NZD, Wise comes highly recommended.

Using Wise for fast transfers from Kenya to New Zealand has an average fee of 8.57 KES.

Within our comparison we looked at the 1 money transfer providers offering transfers from Kenya to New Zealand. Within this we looked at overall speed of sending money from Kenya to New Zealand after depositing Kenyan Shilling to a money transfer account.

When faster money transfers are a priority, Wise is our recommended choice for sending into New Zealand from Kenya.

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Transfer a large amount of money

For transferring bigger sums of money to New Zealand from Kenya, opt for a provider with a competitive exchange rate and strong account management.

Wise is the best rated company for sending large amounts of New Zealand Dollar to New Zealand out of
1 companies offering the service.

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

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

Understanding the costs involved when transferring money from Kenya to New Zealand

When calculating the costs of money transfers between Kenya and New Zealand, opt for the best combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: Today, the KES-NZD mid-market rate equals 0.0134 NZD per Kenyan Shilling.

  • For reference, the KES-NZD average mid-market rate for the past three months has been 0.0129 NZD per Kenyan Shilling, with a high of 0.013 and a low of 0.0128.

  • The company offering the best exchange rate is Wise.

  • Often the KES-NZD exchange rate you receive is the bigger factor than how much it costs to send Kenyan Shillings to New Zealand.

Fees: Fees are charged on top of a transfer. The company offering the lowest fee is Wise, averaging 8.57 KES over the last 6 months. We would recommend searching for your exact send amount to get an idea of fees.

Amount Received: The amount received in New Zealand Dollar is the biggest indicator the total cost of sending money from Kenya to New Zealand. Essentially, the more the recipient receives in New Zealand, the less it is costing to send from Kenya.

Getting the best exchange rate for Kenyan Shilling to New Zealand Dollar

Tracking the mid-market rate can make a huge difference when sending money KES to NZD. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much NZD you get for your KES.

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
0.013425 
NZD

Here's some data on recent trends in the mid-market rate.

  • Over the past six months, the interbank rate from KES to NZD has seen some fluctuation. On average, it has been 0.0129.

  • During this period, the highest value level was 0.013, with a low of 0.0128.

  • Wise, which is our recommended service to send money online from Kenya to New Zealand offers an exchange rate that is only 0.01% above the mid-market rate.

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Payment methods available to fund your Kenya to
New Zealand transfer

  • Bank transfers

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

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


    On average, Wise is the best provider for bank transfers of the 1 we tested when sending KES to New Zealand.

    With an average fee of KES8.57 to send money from Kenya to New Zealand, Wise offers a great combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit and prepaid cards

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


    Wise is a leader in card payments for transfers from Kenya to New Zealand, competing among a total of 1 active money transfer companies on this route.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to transferring money with a credit card from Kenya to New Zealand, emerges as our top choice of the 1 companies offering this service.

    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.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between New Zealand and Kenya.


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 Kenya to New Zealand.


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


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.
Luke Eales
Luke is CEO at MoneyTransfers.com, with 10 years' experience building consumer products in finance, insurance & travel. Luke focuses on the payments sector and foreign exchange markets, as well as personal finance more broadly.