Currency and Payments for Kenya

Currency and Payments for Kenya

The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the local currency. While credit cards are accepted in major hotels and restaurants, cash is preferred in most places. It’s advisable to carry enough money in smaller denominations for everyday transactions.

Kenya's money is the Kenyan Shilling, and it's what you'll use to buy things there. Look for the letters KES or the symbol KSh to see prices.

When you're in Kenya, you'll use shilling notes and coins for everything. They come in amounts like 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1,000 for notes, and 1, 5, 10, 20, and 40 for coins.

You can easily use US Dollars (USD) in Kenya, but it's a good idea to change your money to shillings. This way, you'll know how much you're spending and enjoy your trip without any money worries.

Don't stress about the money stuff. Once you get to Kenya, you'll get the hang of using shillings in no time, and you'll have a great trip

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