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Send money from Italy to Kenya(EUR → KES)
EUR
KES|Updated recentlyMid-market 150.1854Cheapest todayof 17 providers
Paysend
Rate 149.0891 · Fee free
You send
€1,000
Recipient gets
KSh149,089
KSh110 more than the most expensive provider · 0.73% markup vs mid-market
Affiliate link · No extra cost to you
Quick answer: The cheapest way to send money from Italy to Kenya in May 2026 is Paysend, which delivers 149,089.08 KES on a 1,000 EUR transfer with a fee of zero. According to SendMoneyCompare's comparison of 17 providers updated every 6 hours, the difference between the cheapest and most expensive provider on this corridor is 105 KES.
Last reviewed: by Awais Imran, Reviews Editor
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Rates are low right now
20th percentile
Based on 54 days of data (2026-03-28 to 2026-05-20)
Today's best
KSh14,903.91
Paysend
54-day avg
1 EUR = 148.93 KES
Best rate
147.47
2026-05-14 · Ria Money Transfer
Worst rate
148.00
2026-04-30 · TapTap Send
What is the cheapest way to send EUR to KES?
Sending €1,000 from Italy to Kenya. Sorted by best value — most money received.
Source: SendMoneyCompare · Data updated every 6 hours from live provider APIs
#ProviderRateFeeRecipient gets
Rate 149.0891·Fee Free·0.73% markup
↓ 0.7% over 7dAvg: 149.56 KES (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 149.04–150.01
1
149.0891
Free
KSh149,089.08
Rate 148.8338·Fee €0.90·0.90% markup
Rate up 0.7%
↑ 0.7% over 7dAvg: 148.41 KES (+0.2% vs avg)Range: 147.71–148.84
2
0-1 days0.90% markup
Rate up 0.7%
↑ 0.7% over 7dAvg: 148.41 KES (+0.2% vs avg)Range: 147.71–148.84
148.8338
€0.90
KSh148,699.81
Rate 149.3744·Fee €6.40·0.54% markup
↓ 0.6% over 7dAvg: 149.76 KES (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 149.32–150.24
3
149.3744
€6.40
KSh148,418.43
Rate 148.8488·Fee €2.99·0.89% markup
↓ 0.4% over 7dAvg: 148.79 KESRange: 148.44–149.38
4
148.8488
€2.99
KSh148,403.72
Rate 148.2480·Fee €0.49·1.29% markup
↓ 0.8% over 7dAvg: 148.68 KES (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 148.20–149.39
5
148.2480
€0.49
KSh148,175.40
Rate 148.2480·Fee €0.99·1.29% markup
↓ 0.8% over 7dAvg: 148.68 KES (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 148.20–149.39
6
148.2480
€0.99
KSh148,101.27
Rate 150.1103·Fee €13.94·0.05% markup
↑ 0.6% over 53dAvg: 151.12 KES (-0.7% vs avg)Range: 148.92–152.51
7
150.1103
€13.94
KSh148,017.80
Rate 147.9927·Fee Free·1.46% markup
Best rate 40 of 54 days
↓ 0.1% over 54dAvg: 148.85 KES (-0.6% vs avg)Range: 148.00–150.35
8
Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)1.46% markup
Best rate 40 of 54 days
↓ 0.1% over 54dAvg: 148.85 KES (-0.6% vs avg)Range: 148.00–150.35
147.9927
Free
KSh147,992.72
Rate 147.4070·Fee €0.99·1.85% markup
1.9% markup
↓ 0.7% over 7dAvg: 147.69 KES (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 147.35–148.42
9
0-3 days1.85% markup
1.9% markup
↓ 0.7% over 7dAvg: 147.69 KES (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 147.35–148.42
147.4070
€0.99
KSh147,261.07
Rate 146.6711·Fee Free·2.34% markup
↑ 0.3% over 44dAvg: 147.79 KES (-0.8% vs avg)Range: 145.75–149.16
10
1-3 business days2.34% markup
↑ 0.3% over 44dAvg: 147.79 KES (-0.8% vs avg)Range: 145.75–149.16
146.6711
Free
KSh146,671.09
Rate 146.4608·Fee Free·2.48% markup
↑ 0.7% over 53dAvg: 147.05 KES (-0.4% vs avg)Range: 145.07–148.41
11
Instant to 3 business days2.48% markup
↑ 0.7% over 53dAvg: 147.05 KES (-0.4% vs avg)Range: 145.07–148.41
146.4608
Free
KSh146,460.83
Rate 146.4759·Fee €1.99·2.47% markup
↑ 0.3% over 44dAvg: 147.53 KES (-0.7% vs avg)Range: 145.61–148.76
12
Minutes to 3-5 days2.47% markup
↑ 0.3% over 44dAvg: 147.53 KES (-0.7% vs avg)Range: 145.61–148.76
146.4759
€1.99
KSh146,184.36
Rate 149.4195·Fee €23.00·0.51% markup
↓ 0.6% over 7dAvg: 149.54 KES (-0.3% vs avg)Range: 149.10–150.02
13
149.4195
€23.00
KSh145,982.84
Rate 146.3857·Fee €17.24·2.53% markup
Rate 143.4721·Fee €2.99·4.47% markup
↑ 0.4% over 53dAvg: 144.19 KES (-0.5% vs avg)Range: 142.50–145.53
15
Minutes to 3 days4.47% markup
↑ 0.4% over 53dAvg: 144.19 KES (-0.5% vs avg)Range: 142.50–145.53
143.4721
€2.99
KSh143,043.16
Rate 147.0916·Fee €36.55·2.06% markup
↑ 0.1% over 50dAvg: 148.57 KES (-1.0% vs avg)Range: 145.90–149.98
16
2-4 business days2.06% markup
↑ 0.1% over 50dAvg: 148.57 KES (-1.0% vs avg)Range: 145.90–149.98
147.0916
€36.55
KSh141,715.41
Rate 148.9839·Fee Free·0.80% markup
Potential savings: Choosing the best provider over the most expensive saves your recipient KSh105.13 on a €1,000 transfer.
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Sending money from Italy to Kenya? Compare real-time exchange rates and fees across leading money transfer services. Find the provider that gives you the best KES amount today.
Money transfers from Italy to Kenya are a vital lifeline for families and businesses. With dozens of providers competing for this corridor, rates and fees vary widely. Specialist money transfer companies often beat bank rates by 2–4%, potentially saving you hundreds of EUR per year. Use our comparison to find today's best deal.
Which provider offers the best EUR to KES rate?
Paysend
4.3Exchange rate
149.0891
Fee
Free
Recipient gets
KSh149,089.08
Speed
2 days
Which provider is best for each transfer type?
Different providers excel at different things. Here's who's best for each use case on the Italy to Kenya route.
Cheapest transfer
Paysend
Delivers the most KES for your money
Fastest transfer
Profee
Delivers in Instant
Cash pickup
MoneyGram
Widest cash pickup network
Bank transfer
Paysend
Best rate for bank deposit to Kenya
How to send money to Kenya
Sending money to Kenya is straightforward with the right provider. Here's how it works in 3 simple steps.
Step 1
Enter your transfer details
Choose how much EUR you want to send, compare providers above, and pick the one offering the best KES amount for your transfer to Kenya.
Step 2
Add your recipient
Enter your recipient's details in Kenya — you'll need their bank account number. Most providers verify details instantly.
Step 3
Send & track your transfer
Pay using bank transfer, debit card, or credit card. Track your money in real-time until it arrives — m-pesa typically takes minutes.
What you need to send money to Kenya
Make sure you have these details from your recipient before starting your transfer.
Full name
Recipient's name as registered with their bank or M-Pesa account
Bank account number
OptionalKenyan bank account number (varies by bank)
M-Pesa number
OptionalSafaricom mobile number registered for M-Pesa (format: +254...)
Example: +254712345678
Bank name
OptionalName of the receiving bank if using bank deposit
Note: Kenya is a mobile money-first country. Most recipients prefer M-Pesa over bank transfers. For M-Pesa, you only need the recipient's Safaricom mobile number.
Transfer examples: EUR to KES
See how much your recipient would get for common transfer amounts.
Send €500
ProviderFeeReceives
Paysend
149.09 · 2 days
Wise
150.11 · 2 min
MoneyGram
148.83 · 0-1 days
Western Union
148.85 · Instant
Profee
149.37 · Instant
Revolut
149.18 · Instant
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
PaysendFree149.09KSh74,5452 days
Wise€3.63150.11KSh74,5102 min
MoneyGram€0.90148.83KSh74,2830-1 days
Western Union€0.99148.85KSh74,277Instant
Profee€2.80149.37KSh74,269Instant
Revolut€2.30149.18KSh74,246Instant
Send €1,000
ProviderFeeReceives
Paysend
149.09 · 2 days
MoneyGram
148.83 · 0-1 days
Profee
149.37 · Instant
Western Union
148.85 · Instant
Sendwave
148.25 · Instant
WorldRemit
148.25 · Instant
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
PaysendFree149.09KSh149,0892 days
MoneyGram€0.90148.83KSh148,7000-1 days
Profee€6.40149.37KSh148,418Instant
Western Union€2.99148.85KSh148,404Instant
Sendwave€0.49148.25KSh148,175Instant
WorldRemit€0.99148.25KSh148,101Instant
Send €5,000
ProviderFeeReceives
Wise
150.11 · 2 min
Profee
149.37 · Instant
Revolut
149.18 · Instant
Paysend
149.09 · 2 days
Western Union
148.85 · Instant
MoneyGram
148.83 · 0-1 days
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Wise€3.63150.11KSh750,0072 min
Profee€2.80149.37KSh746,454Instant
Revolut€2.30149.18KSh745,553Instant
PaysendFree149.09KSh745,4452 days
Western Union€0.99148.85KSh744,097Instant
MoneyGram€0.90148.83KSh744,0350-1 days
How much does it cost to send money from Italy to Kenya?
Transfer fees from Italy to Kenya vary by provider. Specialist services charge €0–10 per transfer, while banks charge €25–50 plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. The exchange rate markup is usually the bigger cost — always compare the total KES your recipient receives, not just the advertised fee.
Understanding the total cost
The true cost of a money transfer has two components:
Transfer fee
The upfront charge — typically €0–€10 with specialist providers.
Exchange rate markup
The hidden cost — the difference between the provider's rate and the mid-market rate (150.1854).
Ways to send money to Kenya
Choose how you want to pay for your transfer. Each payment method has different costs and speeds.
M-Pesa dominates financial transactions in Kenya — it's used for everything from receiving remittances to paying bills and shopping. It's faster, cheaper, and more accessible than bank transfers for most Kenyans.
Debit Card
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fast and convenient — small card processing fee applies
Credit Card
Higher costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fastest option but highest fees — card issuer may charge cash advance fee
Bank Transfer
Low costSpeed: 1–3 business days
Usually the cheapest option — lowest fees and no card processing charges
Cash
Medium costSpeed: Varies
Pay cash at an agent location — available at select providers
Apple Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
Google Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
How can my recipient receive money in Kenya?
Your recipient in Kenya can receive money through these delivery methods. The best option depends on their location and preferences.
M-Pesa
Minutes
Kenya's dominant mobile money platform with 30M+ active users. By far the most popular way to receive money in Kenya.
WiseRemitlyWorldRemitWestern Union
Bank Deposit
1–2 business days
Transfer to Kenyan bank accounts including Equity Bank, KCB, and Co-operative Bank.
WiseRemitlyWorldRemitWestern Union
Cash Pickup
Minutes
Collect cash from agent locations and bank branches across Kenya.
Western UnionMoneyGram
Airtime Top-up
Minutes
Send airtime directly to a Kenyan mobile number.
WorldRemit
What are the transfer limits and regulations for Kenya?
Important rules and requirements to know before sending money to Kenya.
Regulatory body
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK)
Inbound transfer limits
No restriction on receiving remittances
Documentation you may need
- Sender's government-issued ID
- Recipient's Kenyan National ID for cash pickups
Important things to know
- M-Pesa has transaction limits: KES 150,000 per transaction and KES 300,000 daily for standard accounts.
- Kenya does not charge tax on incoming remittances.
- M-Pesa is interoperable with Kenyan bank accounts — recipients can easily move money between M-Pesa and their bank.
How long does it take to send money to Kenya?
Most transfers from Italy to Kenya arrive within 1–2 business days with specialist providers. Bank wires take 3–5 business days. Some providers offer instant or same-day delivery to Kenya for a small premium.
FastExpress delivery
- ProfeeInstant
- Western UnionInstant
- SendwaveInstant
- WorldRemitInstant
- TapTap SendUnder 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Standard delivery
- Paysend2 days
- MoneyGram0-1 days
- Wise2 min
- Dahabshiil0-3 days
- InstaReM1-3 business days
Popular banks in Kenya
These are the most commonly used banks for receiving international transfers in Kenya.
BankSWIFT/BICNotes
Equity Bank
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KCB Bank (Kenya Commercial Bank)
KCBLKENAXX
Co-operative Bank
KCOOKENA
Absa Bank Kenya
BABORINKXXX
Standard Chartered Kenya
SCBLKENAXX
EUR to KES Exchange Rate History
Daily best exchange rates from top providers over the last 54 days. Rates shown are for sending $100.
| Date | TapTap Send | __mid Market__ | Xoom (PayPal) | Skrill | Wise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trend | |||||
| May 20 | 148.0000 | 148.0000 | 143.4661 | 146.4673 | 150.1040✓ |
| May 19 | 148.0000 | 146.6689 | 143.7591 | 146.6689 | 151.0420✓ |
| May 18 | 148.0000 | 146.1310 | 143.2482 | 146.1310 | 149.7220✓ |
| May 17 | 148.0000 | 148.0000 | 143.4846 | 146.2456 | 150.4400✓ |
| May 16 | 148.8000 | 146.2456 | 143.4846 | 146.2456 | 150.4400✓ |
| May 15 | 149.0000 | 146.3274 | 143.6549 | 146.3274 | 150.4470✓ |
| May 14 | 150.0000 | 150.0000 | 143.9910 | 146.8351 | 150.9250✓ |
| May 13 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 144.6557 | 147.5255 | 151.5380✓ |
| May 12 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 145.1454 | 147.7434 | 151.9190✓ |
| May 11 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 145.2592 | 148.1369 | 151.9380✓ |
| May 10 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 145.2535 | 148.1131 | 152.2100✓ |
| May 9 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 145.1657 | 148.1131 | 152.2100✓ |
| May 8 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 144.9034 | 147.2965 | 151.5060✓ |
| May 7 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 144.8756 | 147.8779 | 151.8420✓ |
| May 6 | 148.7000 | 148.7000 | 144.3526 | 147.2074 | 151.4550✓ |
| May 5 | 148.3000 | 148.3000 | 144.0993 | 146.8483 | 150.9510✓ |
| May 4 | 148.3000 | 148.3000 | 144.4525 | 147.4027 | 151.4150✓ |
| May 3 | 148.3000 | 148.3000 | 144.5002 | 147.4341 | 151.4180✓ |
| May 2 | 148.3000 | 148.3000 | 144.5002 | 147.4341 | 151.4180✓ |
| May 1 | 148.0000 | 148.0000 | 144.5978 | 147.4733 | 151.5320✓ |
| Apr 30 | 148.0000 | 148.0000 | 143.8621 | 146.7586 | 150.6080✓ |
| Apr 29 | 149.0000 | 149.0000 | 144.2953 | 147.0723 | 151.3120✓ |
| Apr 28 | 149.0000 | 149.0000 | 144.5009 | 147.3520 | 151.4200✓ |
| Apr 27 | 149.0000 | 149.0000 | 144.8162 | 147.7203 | 151.6280✓ |
| Apr 26 | 149.0000 | 149.0000 | 144.5526 | 147.4514 | 151.6370✓ |
| Apr 25 | 149.7000 | 149.7000 | 144.5526 | 147.4514 | 151.6370✓ |
| Apr 24 | 149.7000 | 149.7000 | 144.1576 | 146.9684 | 150.9960✓ |
| Apr 23 | 149.5000 | 149.5000 | 144.6390 | 147.2131 | 151.2280✓ |
| Apr 22 | 150.3000 | 150.3000 | 144.6729 | 147.5313 | 151.6150✓ |
| Apr 21 | 150.3500 | 150.3500 | 145.2684 | 148.1160 | 152.1770✓ |
| Apr 20 | 149.5000 | 149.5000 | 144.8562 | 147.6777 | 151.7850✓ |
| Apr 19 | 149.5000 | 149.5000 | 144.9574 | 147.9548 | 151.8080✓ |
| Apr 18 | 150.0000 | 150.0000 | 144.9574 | 147.9548 | 151.8080✓ |
| Apr 17 | 150.0000 | 150.0000 | 145.2514 | 148.1087 | 152.2470✓ |
| Apr 16 | 150.2000 | 150.2000 | 145.4129 | 148.3838 | 152.5080✓ |
| Apr 15 | 150.2000 | 150.2000 | 145.5324 | 148.4057 | 152.4830✓ |
| Apr 14 | 148.9000 | 148.9000 | 145.1462 | 147.9833 | 152.3310✓ |
| Apr 13 | 148.8000 | 148.8000 | 144.4428 | 146.8466 | 150.9420✓ |
| Apr 12 | 148.8000 | 148.8000 | 144.4849 | 147.3888 | 151.4280✓ |
| Apr 11 | 149.0000 | 149.0000 | 144.4849 | 147.3888 | 151.4280✓ |
| Apr 10 | 149.0000 | 149.0000 | 144.3801 | 147.0349 | 151.0540✓ |
| Apr 9 | 148.5000 | 148.5000 | 144.0315 | 146.8078 | 150.8350✓ |
| Apr 8 | 148.5000 | 148.5000 | 144.0268 | 147.7118 | 151.9110✓ |
| Apr 7 | 148.5000 | 148.5000 | 142.9974 | 145.7923 | 150.0380✓ |
| Apr 6 | 148.5000 | 148.5000 | 142.6240 | 145.8548 | 150.0400✓ |
| Apr 5 | 148.5000 | 148.5000 | 142.5034 | 145.3352 | 149.5730✓ |
| Apr 4 | 148.5000 | 148.5000 | 142.5034 | 145.3352 | 149.5730✓ |
| Apr 3 | 148.5000 | 148.5000 | 143.1031 | 145.3141 | 149.5280✓ |
| Apr 2 | 148.3000 | 148.3000 | 143.0651 | 145.8846 | 150.1380✓ |
| Apr 1 | 149.5000 | 149.5000 | 143.0701 | 146.4733 | 150.7140✓ |
| Mar 31 | 148.2000 | 148.2000 | 142.6474 | 146.0474 | 150.0140✓ |
| Mar 30 | 148.2000 | 148.2000 | 142.6386 | 145.0700 | 148.9240✓ |
| Mar 29 | 148.2000 | 148.2000 | 142.8799 | 145.4747 | 149.2560✓ |
| Mar 28 | 148.2000✓ | 148.2000✓ | — | — | — |
Common questions about sending money from Italy to Kenya
What is the cheapest way to send money from Italy to Kenya?
The cheapest option changes daily based on exchange rates. Use our comparison table above to see today's rates from every provider. Specialist services like Wise, Remitly, and OFX consistently offer better value than banks.
How long does it take to send money from Italy to Kenya?
Most specialist providers deliver to Kenya within 1–2 business days. Some offer instant delivery for certain payment methods. Bank wires typically take 3–5 business days.
How much does it cost to send €1,000 from Italy to Kenya?
Costs depend on the provider's fee and exchange rate markup. Compare all providers in our table above to see exactly how much KES your recipient would receive from a €1,000 transfer today.
Can I send money from Italy to Kenya online?
Yes, all the providers we compare support online transfers from Italy to Kenya. Most also offer mobile apps. You can typically pay by bank transfer, debit card, or credit card.
Is it better to use a bank or a money transfer service to send money to Kenya?
Money transfer services are almost always cheaper. Banks typically charge €25–50 per wire plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. Specialist providers charge €0–10 with markups under 1%, saving you significantly on every transfer to Kenya.
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