Woalet

United States to Kenya

USD to KES for US businesses. Settle Kenyan supplier invoices via Pesalink and RTGS.

Settlement Speed

Instant - 3 hours

Estimated Fees

$2-5

Supported Currencies

KES, USD

Payment Methods

  • +Pesalink
  • +RTGS
  • +Corporate bank transfer (Equity, KCB, Co-operative)
  • +USDC / USDT settlement

How to Send Money

1

US Account

US KYC verification.

2

Kenyan Recipient

Supplier bank and account details for Pesalink or RTGS settlement.

3

Confirm Rate

USD/KES rate locked.

4

Complete Transfer

Pesalink within minutes; standard bank clearing 2-3 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pesalink real-time?

Yes. Pesalink credits the beneficiary business account within minutes.

How much cheaper?

45-55% cheaper than traditional providers.

Which banks are supported?

Equity, KCB, Standard Chartered, and all major Kenyan banks.

Can I send to rural Kenya?

Yes. KES reaches any account at a CBK licensed bank across Kenya.

Are there daily limits?

Typical daily limit $5k. Larger transfers available.

Can I set up recurring transfers?

Yes, monthly transfers automated.