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Remittances to Kenya

Africa

In 2024, Kenya received $5.0 billion in remittances, equal to 4.2% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 6th largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 5th in Africa.

Common questions

How much money does the diaspora send to Kenya?

In 2024, Kenya received $5.0 billion in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 6th highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.

What share of Kenya's GDP comes from remittances?

Remittances were equal to 4.2% of Kenya's GDP in 2024, based on World Bank figures.

Source: World Bank: Personal remittances, received. US dollar figure is for 2024; GDP share is for 2024.