1 KES to YER - Convert Kenyan Shilling to Yemeni Rial

Looking at the 30-day window, the KES/YER pair traded in a range of 1.7950 to 1.9027. The monthly average was 1.8427 with 1.52% volatility. The relatively low volatility indicates stable trading conditions for the KES/YER currency pair.

The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 KES = 1.8448 YER, updated as of July 3, 2026, 6:27 AM UTC. Mid-market rates represent the fairest available rate and are the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Actual transaction rates from banks or money transfer services may include a markup above this rate.

Kenyan Shilling to Yemeni Rial Exchange Rate

The KES/YER exchange rate tells you how many Yemeni Rial (YER) you receive for every Kenyan Shilling (KES). At the current mid-market rate of 1 KES = 1.8448 YER, this pair reflects live supply and demand conditions on the global foreign exchange market. The rate updates every 15 minutes on this page, giving you the most current data available.

What Affects the KES to YER Rate

Exchange rates between Kenyan Shilling and Yemeni Rial are influenced by central bank interest rate decisions, inflation differentials, trade balances, and broader economic data releases from both countries. Political stability, commodity prices, and global risk sentiment can also cause significant moves. Monitoring these factors helps explain why the KES/YER rate fluctuates throughout trading sessions and over longer time periods.

KES/YER for Travelers and Businesses

Whether you are traveling, sending money internationally, or managing business payments, the KES to YER rate directly affects your costs. Travelers should compare airport exchange counters, city center bureaux, and card-based options before converting. Businesses managing recurring cross-border payments benefit from setting up rate alerts and locking in favorable rates when they appear. The conversion table on this page helps you quickly reference common amounts.

Sending Money from KES to YER

International money transfers from Kenyan Shilling to Yemeni Rial can be made through banks, online transfer services, or specialist forex brokers. Transfer times range from instant to several business days depending on the corridor and provider. Online services like Wise, Revolut, and OFX typically offer better rates and lower fees than traditional bank wire transfers, though availability varies by country and currency pair.

Reverse Rate: YER to KES

The reverse exchange rate is 1 YER = 0.542064 KES. This is useful if you are starting with Yemeni Rial and want to know how much Kenyan Shilling you will receive. Both the forward and reverse rates update simultaneously every 15 minutes on this page. You can also visit our dedicated YER to KES converter for the reverse direction.