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Kenyan Shilling to US Dollar

Live KES → USD exchange rate, conversion table and calculator — plus how to send US Dollar from Kenya for business.

1 KES = $0.007738 USDMid-market reference rate · as of 2026-07-05

The Kenyan Shilling to US Dollar (KES/USD) rate updates throughout the day — see the current figure and convert any amount below. Financiar helps Kenya importers, agencies and SMEs pay partners in United States.

KES = $7.74 USD

Kenyan Shilling to US Dollar conversion table

Kenyan Shilling (KES)US Dollar (USD)
KSh1$0.007738
KSh5$0.038689
KSh10$0.077378
KSh50$0.386892
KSh100$0.773785
KSh500$3.87
KSh1,000$7.74
KSh5,000$38.69
KSh10,000$77.38
KSh50,000$386.89

Rates shown are indicative mid-market rates as of 2026-07-05 and are for information only — they are not a quote. Check the live converter before sending.

Sending US Dollar from Kenya as a business

Paying a supplier, contractor or partner in United States? Financiar processes same-currency payouts for businesses in Africa, North America, the UK, and the EU — with KYC, AES-256 encryption, and NDPR/GDPR-aligned data handling. Note: Financiar does not convert currencies — you need to hold US Dollar (USD) in your account before sending. Every payout is logged for reconciliation with a full audit trail.

KES to USD — FAQ

What is the KES to USD exchange rate today?

As of 2026-07-05, 1 KES = $0.007738 USD. Mid-market rates move constantly through the day — use the converter above for the latest figure before you send.

How do I send money from Kenya to United States for business?

Open a Financiar account, fund it, and pay your supplier or partner in US Dollar. You get a clear rate up front and a record of every payment for your books — no opaque bank spreads.

Does Financiar support Kenyan Shilling and US Dollar?

Financiar supports same-currency payouts and spend management for businesses in Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Rwanda, South Africa), North America (US, Canada), UK, and the EU/EEA. These rate pages are for reference — Financiar does not perform currency conversion inside the platform.

Is the mid-market rate the rate I'll pay?

The mid-market rate is the reference rate banks use between themselves. Most providers add a margin. Financiar's aim is to keep that margin transparent so you always know the real cost of a KES→USD transfer.

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