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💰 Best Personal Loans for KES 5,000

Compare 2 personal loans that offer KES 5,000. Interest rates from 5.25% to 24% p.a.

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5.25%
Lowest Rate
KES 5,000
Loan Amount
24-48h
Avg. Approval Time

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Personal Loans Offering KES 5,000

Best Rate

Letshego Personal Loan

Letshego Kenya

Interest Rate:

5.25% - 24%p.a.

Loan Range:

KES 250 - 500,000

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Mogo Personal Loan

Mogo Kenya

Interest Rate:

15% - 20%p.a.

Loan Range:

KES 5,000 - 500,000

Repayment:

3 - 12 months

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Monthly Payment Estimates for KES 5,000

Interest Rate6 Months12 Months24 Months36 Months
12% p.a.KES 863KES 444KES 235KES 166
15% p.a.KES 870KES 451KES 242KES 173
18% p.a.KES 878KES 458KES 250KES 181
21% p.a.KES 885KES 466KES 257KES 188
24% p.a.KES 893KES 473KES 264KES 196

* Estimates based on reducing balance method. Actual EMI may vary based on fees and exact terms.

Requirements for KES 5,000 Personal Loans

Basic Requirements

  • ✓Kenyan citizen or resident (ID/Passport)
  • ✓Age 18-65 years (varies by lender)
  • ✓Valid KRA PIN certificate
  • ✓Active mobile money account (M-Pesa)

Income Requirements

  • →Minimum income: ~KES 1,250/month
  • →Employed: Payslips or employment letter
  • →Self-employed: 6+ months bank/M-Pesa statements
  • →Usually unsecured for this amount

FAQs: KES 5,000 Personal Loans

Where can I get a KES 5,000 loan in Kenya?

You can get a KES 5,000 loan from 2+ lenders including Letshego Kenya, Mogo Kenya. Interest rates start from 10.1% p.a. Compare all options on PesaMarket to find the best rate for your needs.

What is the monthly payment for a KES 5,000 loan?

For a KES 5,000 loan at 10.1% p.a. over 12 months, you'd pay approximately KES 440 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 5,000 loan?

Requirements typically include: Kenyan ID/passport, age 18-65, minimum monthly income of KES 1,500 (varies by lender), valid KRA PIN, and good CRB status. For this amount, most loans are unsecured.

How fast can I get KES 5,000?

Digital lenders like Branch and Tala can approve and disburse within 5 minutes for amounts up to KES 50,000. Bank loans for KES 5,000 typically take 24-48 hours. M-Pesa loans (Fuliza, KCB M-Pesa) are instant but have lower limits.

Can I get a KES 5,000 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 5,000, we recommend improving your CRB status first for better rates and higher approval chances.

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