Best way to send money from Canada
to Kenya
9 providers compared · Free · No sign-up
Today’s Snapshot
Best rate
92.09
KES/CAD
via Africhange
You save
3,144
KES
vs worst
Compared
9
providers
ranked
Summary
- Best on C$1,000: 92,089 KES via Africhange
- Receive range: 88,945 – 92,089 KES
- Potential savings: 3,144 KES
Best in 2026: Africhange
Right now, Africhange delivers the most KES, around 92,089 KES on C$1,000. That's 3,144 KES more than the priciest option. Compare all 9 providers in the table.
Best Ways to Send Money from Canada to Kenya
- The cheapest: Africhange
- The fastest: Africhange
- The best mobile app: LemFi
Number of providers
9
Cheapest provider (on average)
AfrichangeLowest total cost (on average)
0.0%
Highest total cost
0.3%
Most transferred amount
1,000 CAD
Fastest transfer time
~9 hours
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Cost Analysis: CAD to KES
Avg FX markup
-0.38%
Avg transfer fee
C$23.77
Fees and fee-free counts are as reported by each provider's API. Some providers embed fees in the exchange rate or add payment-method charges at checkout.
Market competition
High
9 providers
Rate stability
stable
SCVI 2.1
Does the transfer amount affect cost?
Yes, transfer fees on this corridor are typically fixed (C$0.00–C$63.82 CAD), so sending more reduces your cost as a percentage. For example, the same C$0.00–C$63.82 fee represents a larger slice of a C$50 transfer than a C$1,000 one. The average FX markup of -0.38% applies to all amounts.
How much your recipient gets at different amounts
Using the best rate right now (Africhange). For live ranking after changing amount, use the comparison table at the top.
| You send | Your recipient gets |
|---|---|
| C$500 | 46,044 KES |
| C$1,000 | 92,089 KES |
| C$5,000 | 460,443 KES |
CAD to KES Exchange Rate: Today's Conversion
Snapshot refreshes every 1 min. For instant ranking after changing amount, use the comparison table at the top.
| You send (CAD) | ✓ Best (Africhange) | Worst (Ria) | You lose |
|---|---|---|---|
| C$1 | 92 | 89 | −3 |
| C$5 | 460 | 446 | −14 |
| C$10 | 921 | 892 | −29 |
| C$25 | 2,302 | 2,230 | −72 |
| C$50 | 4,604 | 4,461 | −143 |
| C$100 | 9,209 | 8,921 | −288 |
| C$200 | 18,418 | 17,843 | −575 |
| C$500 | 46,044 | 44,606 | −1,438 |
| C$1,000 | 92,089 | 89,213 | −2,876 |
| C$2,000 | 184,177 | 178,425 | −5,752 |
| C$5,000 | 460,443 | 446,063 | −14,380 |
| C$10,000 | 920,887 | 892,127 | −28,760 |
| C$50,000 | 4,604,433 | 4,460,634 | −143,799 |
| C$100,000 | 9,208,867 | 8,921,267 | −287,600 |
All-in rates include transfer fees and FX margin. “You lose” = KES your recipient misses out on vs the best provider. Best/worst provider above are from the snapshot at page load; for live ranking use the comparison table at the top of the page. Rates refresh every 15 min.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest way to send money from Canada to Kenya?
The cheapest way to send money from Canada to Kenya is through an online provider. Among the 9 available, Africhange was most often the cheapest provider in comparisons on SawaFX.com.
How much does it cost to send money from Canada to Kenya?
If you send money with the cheapest available provider, the transfer fee for a CAD–KES transfer is 0.0% of the transfer amount (including transfer fee and exchange rate margin).
Across all 9 providers, the average FX markup on this corridor is -0.38%. Transfer fees range from C$0.00–C$63.82 CAD.
In contrast, the cost of the most expensive option is 0.3%.
Is WorldRemit a good option for sending money from Canada to Kenya?
WorldRemit is a popular provider. The average cost of online money transfers from Canada to Kenya with WorldRemit is 0.0% of the amount you send, whereas the cheapest online services have an average cost of 0.0%.
What is the fastest option to send money from Canada to Kenya?
The provider that was most often the fastest in comparisons of the past 30 days was Africhange.
How stable is the CAD to KES exchange rate?
The CAD/KES exchange rate is currently rated “stable” (SCVI score: 2.1) according to SawaFX's rate stability index. A lower SCVI score means provider rates are more consistent : less day-to-day volatility makes it easier to time your transfer.
About money transfers from Canada to Kenya
SawaFX compares 9 providers offering international money transfer services from Canada to Kenya. The total cost of the cheapest available option was 0.0% of the transferred amount.
In comparison, the total cost of the most expensive provider was on average 0.3%.
What is the average FX markup on CAD to KES transfers?
The average FX markup on this corridor is -0.38% above the mid-market rate.
The FX markup is often the “hidden” cost: it is built into the exchange rate rather than charged as a separate fee. Always compare the total amount your recipient gets, not just the headline rate.
Is it better to send a larger amount from Canada to Kenya?
Transfer fees on this corridor are typically fixed (C$0.00–C$63.82 CAD), so the cost as a percentage is lower when you send more. For example, a C$5 fee on a C$50 transfer is 10%; on a C$500 transfer it drops to just 1%. The average FX markup of -0.38% applies to all amounts regardless of size.
Why do CAD to KES exchange rates differ between providers?
Every provider adds a markup on the mid-market (interbank) rate. On this corridor, the average markup is -0.38%. Some providers charge a fixed fee with a tighter exchange rate; others advertise “no fees” but recoup costs through a wider spread. SawaFX compares the total cost (exchange rate margin plus fees), so you always see the real amount your recipient gets.
How often are CAD to KES rates updated on SawaFX?
SawaFX refreshes rates every 15 minutes directly from each provider. The rates shown always include all transfer fees and the FX markup, so the “amount received” you see is what your recipient would actually get, not a misleading headline rate.
About CAD → KES Money Transfers
SawaFX compares 9 providers offering money transfers from Canada to Kenya. The cheapest option — Africhange delivers 92,089 KES on a C$1,000 transfer, 3,144 KES more than the most expensive option. Rates are live and update throughout the day. Transfer times vary from minutes to a few business days depending on provider and payment method.
Data as of . Rankings update every 15 minutes.
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How your recipient receives money in Kenya
M-Pesa
Send directly to Safaricom M-Pesa, Kenya's dominant mobile money platform. Instant delivery, 24/7.
Bank Transfer
Deposit to Equity Bank, KCB, Co-operative Bank, NCBA, and all Kenyan banks via the SWIFT/RTGS network.
Airtel Money
Send to Airtel Money wallets across Kenya for instant mobile delivery.
CAD → KES Monthly Report
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