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Exchanging US dollars for Kenyan shillings (USD/KES)

129.6 KESper 1 USD−0.20% over 24hCalculation refreshed today at 17:341 USD = 129.6 KESOfficial rate; the final rate in the request may differ.
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The shilling is the floating currency of East Africa's largest economy. USD/KES moves with the market, so the figure is agreed before payment.

The US dollar (USD) is the world's main reserve currency, issued by the Federal Reserve. ATM24 takes the request through the site form or a manager and quotes the rate before payment.

Who uses this route

Safari travellers need it, along with staff of international organisations in Nairobi and businesses buying tea, coffee and flowers.

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Currency facts that matter

The Kenyan shilling (KES) is issued by the Central Bank of Kenya and divides into 100 cents. The rate floats. Kenya is East Africa's largest economy and a regional financial hub, and tea, coffee, flowers and tourism bring in most of its foreign currency.

Placing a request with ATM24

Send the request through the form on the site or straight to a manager in a messenger, stating the dollar amount and where shillings should be handed over. The manager confirms the USD/KES rate before payment.

USD to KES rate movement

Current exchange-rate information and analysis

USD / KESUSD to KES

About exchanging USD to KES

About USD (US Dollar)

US Dollar (USD) is a fiat currency used in the selected exchange direction. The country or currency area is United States and countries or territories using the US dollar. The issuer is listed separately, because the block should distinguish where the currency is used from the authority responsible for issuing it.

There are 100 cents in 1 US dollar. Before the operation, the user should confirm the receiving method, bank or payment service, beneficiary name, and local payment details. If the wrong currency is selected or the details are incomplete, the transfer may be delayed or fail to credit automatically.

ISO 4217
USD
Symbol
$
Country
United States
1 USD
100 cents

About KES (Kenyan Shilling)

Kenyan Shilling (KES) is a fiat currency used in the selected exchange direction. The country or currency area is Kenya. The issuer is listed separately, because the block should distinguish where the currency is used from the authority responsible for issuing it.

There are 100 cents in 1 Kenyan shilling. Before the operation, the user should confirm the receiving method, bank or payment service, beneficiary name, and local payment details. If the wrong currency is selected or the details are incomplete, the transfer may be delayed or fail to credit automatically.

ISO 4217
KES
Symbol
KSh
Country
Kenya
1 KES
100 cents

Ready conversions for popular amounts at the current rate

Popular amounts

  • 1 USD122.57 KES
  • 5 USD612.85 KES
  • 10 USD1,225.71 KES
  • 25 USD3,064.26 KES
  • 50 USD6,128.53 KES
  • 100 USD12,257.06 KES
  • 250 USD30,642.64 KES
  • 500 USD61,285.28 KES
  • 1 KES0.008159 USD
  • 5 KES0.04079 USD
  • 10 KES0.08159 USD
  • 25 KES0.204 USD
  • 50 KES0.4079 USD
  • 100 KES0.8159 USD
  • 250 KES2.04 USD
  • 500 KES4.08 USD

A manager will confirm the final terms before payment.

Recent USD to KES rate

  1. Today129.6 KES

    CURRENT

  2. 24 hours ago129.86 KES

    −0.20%

  3. One month ago129.18 KES

    +0.32%

  4. One year ago129.62 KES

    −0.01%

Today’s rate is shown on the left, followed by earlier values. Percentages show growth to the current value.

How to exchange USD to KES with ATM24

A calculation and request for the selected pair; available methods depend on the direction.

  1. STEP

    Enter the amount

    Specify the amount in USD and how you want to receive KES.

  2. STEP

    Confirm the request

    A manager confirms the final rate and sends the payment details.

  3. STEP

    Make the payment

    Once the terms are confirmed, you receive the payment details.

  4. STEP

    Receive KES

    The manager confirms the payout method and expected timing with the request terms.

Payout methods available for this direction:
  • Bank transfer

Secure USD to KES exchange

Clear terms and support at every stage of the exchange

Rate confirmation

The page calculation is indicative. A value is fixed only when the request terms are confirmed.

Rate at confirmation122.57 KES Held for 14 min 52 sec

This is the page calculation. The final rate and amount are fixed only after the terms are confirmed.

AML screening

We screen the transaction details before the exchange and apply the required AML procedures.

  • Source of funds
  • Receive details
  • Sanctions lists

Request tracking

We track the transaction status and stay in touch until it is complete. If the transaction cannot be completed, we return the funds.

  1. Request accepted
  2. USD received
  3. KES payout
  4. Receipt confirmed

Example USD → KES status: a manager confirms the terms and stays in touch until completion.

Terms before payment

Before payment, we confirm the rate, the amount you will receive, and the transaction terms.

REQUEST #A-4821✓ Fixed
Exchange rate
122.57 KES
Amount
635 USD
To receive
77,832.31 KES
The calculation was refreshed with the page; values are fixed after the terms are confirmed.

Data privacy

We use data only to process the transaction and handle it in accordance with our privacy policy.

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Support stays in touch

We help at every step in messengers, before and after the exchange.

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Average response time
up to 5 minutes
We support your request
until completion
Monthly exchanges
4,300+

Available channels and response times depend on current workload.

I would like to exchange 635 USD to KES.

Current calculation: rate 122.57 KES, amount to receive 77,832.31 KES. I will check the available terms.

After the terms are confirmed, the manager will send payment details and next steps.

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Banks and ways to receive KES

  • Absa Bank Kenya
  • Cooperative Bank of Kenya
  • Equity Bank Kenya
  • KCB Bank Kenya
  • Standard Chartered Kenya

Reviews of USD to KES exchange

Real stories from real people

Сева Тюменев

Google

They did everything quickly, from a Russian card to baht. The courier brought cash, transferred the money in front of him. 5 out of 5 Special thanks to manager Stanislav

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Илья Мансуров

Yandex

Needed to exchange cash baht for rubles to card Best rate The crediting took a bit long, but because of the 5% rate difference compared to other exchangers we'll forgive the guys for the delay )

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Владимир Щёголев

Google

09.12.2025 Checked it myself, received 1600 baht in Pattaya at an ATM by code, I transferred the money from Sber in rubles. Contacted via WhatsApp, manager Emil explained everything clearly, thanks👍🏻

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Мария Очирова

Google

The deal went quickly, delivery right to the hotel, very high customer focus from manager Stanislav, thank you!

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FAQ about exchanging USD for KES

How is the dollar to shilling rate set?

The rate floats and moves with the market. The figure for your deal is named before payment.

How do I place a request?

Through the exchange form on the site or straight to a manager in a messenger. The amount, the rate and the payout method are agreed while the request is being placed; there are no automated transactions here.

Can the rate be held while I decide?

The manager quotes a rate and holds it for the time it takes to complete the request. If you come back later, the quote is refreshed.

Which ways to receive KES are available when exchanging USD?

Available methods come from active directions and appear in the calculator. A manager confirms the final option with the request terms.

Does ATM24 offer online USD to KES conversion?

Yes. Calculate the amount on the page and submit a request online. A manager will confirm the rate, payment details, and available receive method.

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