đĸ Best Business Loans for KES 500,000
Compare 19 business loans that offer KES 500,000. Interest rates from 0.75% to 19% p.a.
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Business Loans Offering KES 500,000
4G Capital SME Working Capital Loan
4G Capital
0.75% - 0.9%p.a.
KES 5,000 - 3,000,000
KWFT Biashara Business Loan
Kenya Women Microfinance Bank
1.5% - 2%p.a.
KES 5,000 - 2,000,000
Lipa Later Merchant Advance
Lipa Later
3% - 5%p.a.
KES 10,000 - 1,000,000
1 - 12 months
Marble Capital Biashara Loan
Marble Capital Solutions
3% - 5%p.a.
KES 50,000 - 2,000,000
Kopokopo Grow Merchant Loan
Kopokopo
5% - 7%p.a.
KES 5,000 - 500,000
1 - 6 months
Jijenge Merchant Advance
Jijenge Credit
10% - 15%p.a.
KES 50,000 - 2,000,000
3 - 12 months
Kilimo Maendeleo Agricultural Loan
Equity Bank
12% - 15%p.a.
KES 50,000 - 10,000,000
6 - 60 months
Equity SME Loan
Equity Bank Kenya
12.5% - 17%p.a.
KES 50,000 - 30,000,000
6 - 60 months
Co-op Biashara Loan
Co-operative Bank of Kenya
13% - 16%p.a.
KES 100,000 - 20,000,000
12 - 60 months
Equity SME Development Loan
Equity Bank
13% - 16%p.a.
KES 100,000 - 30,000,000
12 - 72 months
KCB Business Loan
Kenya Commercial Bank
13% - 18%p.a.
KES 100,000 - 50,000,000
12 - 60 months
Mogo Asset Financing
Mogo Kenya
13% - 17%p.a.
KES 30,000 - 3,000,000
6 - 24 months
ABSA Business Loan
ABSA Bank Kenya
13.5% - 17%p.a.
KES 200,000 - 25,000,000
12 - 60 months
Co-op Asset Finance
Co-operative Bank of Kenya
13.5% - 16.5%p.a.
KES 500,000 - 50,000,000
12 - 60 months
KCB Boresha Biashara Loan
Kenya Commercial Bank
13.5% - 16%p.a.
KES 50,000 - 5,000,000
6 - 48 months
Stanbic SME Financing
Stanbic Bank Kenya
13.5% - 19%p.a.
KES 200,000 - 100,000,000
12 - 84 months
Wezesha Biashara SME Loan
ABSA Bank Kenya
14% - 17%p.a.
KES 100,000 - 15,000,000
6 - 60 months
NCBA Business Loan
NCBA Bank
14% - 18%p.a.
KES 500,000 - 50,000,000
12 - 60 months
Watu Business Loan
Watu Credit Limited
14% - 18%p.a.
KES 50,000 - 5,000,000
12 - 36 months
Monthly Payment Estimates for KES 500,000
| Interest Rate | 6 Months | 12 Months | 24 Months | 36 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12% p.a. | KES 86,274 | KES 44,424 | KES 23,537 | KES 16,607 |
| 15% p.a. | KES 87,017 | KES 45,129 | KES 24,243 | KES 17,333 |
| 18% p.a. | KES 87,763 | KES 45,840 | KES 24,962 | KES 18,076 |
| 21% p.a. | KES 88,511 | KES 46,557 | KES 25,693 | KES 18,838 |
| 24% p.a. | KES 89,263 | KES 47,280 | KES 26,436 | KES 19,616 |
* Estimates based on reducing balance method. Actual EMI may vary based on fees and exact terms.
Requirements for KES 500,000 Business Loans
Basic Requirements
- âKenyan citizen or resident (ID/Passport)
- âAge 18-65 years (varies by lender)
- âValid KRA PIN certificate
- âActive mobile money account (M-Pesa)
Income Requirements
- âMinimum income: ~KES 125,000/month
- âEmployed: Payslips or employment letter
- âSelf-employed: 6+ months bank/M-Pesa statements
- âUsually unsecured for this amount
FAQs: KES 500,000 Business Loans
Where can I get a KES 500,000 loan in Kenya?
You can get a KES 500,000 loan from 19+ lenders including 4G Capital, Kenya Women Microfinance Bank, Lipa Later. Interest rates start from 10.3% p.a. Compare all options on PesaMarket to find the best rate for your needs.
What is the monthly payment for a KES 500,000 loan?
For a KES 500,000 loan at 10.3% p.a. over 12 months, you'd pay approximately KES 44,028 per month. Use our EMI calculator for exact figures based on your chosen loan term and interest rate.
What are the requirements for a KES 500,000 loan?
Requirements typically include: Kenyan ID/passport, age 18-65, minimum monthly income of KES 150,000 (varies by lender), valid KRA PIN, and good CRB status. Larger amounts may require collateral.
How fast can I get KES 500,000?
Digital lenders like Branch and Tala can approve and disburse within 5 minutes for amounts up to KES 50,000. Bank loans for KES 500,000 typically take 24-48 hours. M-Pesa loans (Fuliza, KCB M-Pesa) are instant but have lower limits.
Can I get a KES 500,000 loan without CRB check?
Most formal lenders check CRB, but some digital lenders like Fuliza and Tala may approve first-time borrowers or those with minor CRB issues. For KES 500,000, we recommend improving your CRB status first for better rates and higher approval chances.
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