Kenyan Shilling (KES)
The Kenyan Shilling is the official currency of Kenya.
Currency Details
| Currency Code | KES |
| Symbol | KSh |
| Minor Unit | Cent (1/100) |
| Country | Kenya |
| Central Bank | Central Bank of Kenya |
Official KES Central Bank Rates
Live rates on this page are mid-market rates. For tax filings, customs valuations, audits, and compliant invoicing you often need the official reference rate published by Central Bank of Kenya instead. AllRatesToday serves Central Bank of Kenya published rates as JSON, with history and a free latest-rates tier.
Popular KES Conversions
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Coins & Banknotes
🪙 Coins
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💵 Banknotes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Kenyan Shilling is KES. This three-letter code is used internationally in banking, finance, and commerce to identify the Kenyan Shilling.
The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the official currency of Kenya. It is managed by the Central Bank of Kenya.
The symbol for the Kenyan Shilling is KSh. The minor unit is the Cent (1/100).
The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is managed by the Central Bank of Kenya. The central bank is responsible for monetary policy, issuing banknotes and coins, and maintaining the stability of the currency.
Get KES Rates via API
Access live Kenyan Shilling exchange rates in your app with the official SDK.
Install
npm install @allratestoday/sdk Usage
import AllRatesToday from '@allratestoday/sdk';
const client = new AllRatesToday('YOUR_API_KEY');
const rate = await client.getRate('KES', 'USD');