1 TZS to KES - Convert Tanzanian Shilling to Kenyan Shilling

Tanzanian Shilling to Kenyan Shilling Exchange Rate

The TZS/KES exchange rate tells you how many Kenyan Shilling (KES) you receive for every Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). At the current mid-market rate of 1 TZS = 0.049298 KES, 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.

Sending Money from TZS to KES

International money transfers from Tanzanian Shilling to Kenyan Shilling 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.

Using the TZS/KES Calculator

The free calculator at the top of this page converts any amount between Tanzanian Shilling and Kenyan Shilling instantly using live market data. Simply enter an amount in either currency to see the converted value in the other. The tool also shows a conversion table for common amounts, a historical rate chart, and the inverse KES/TZS rate. Bookmark this page to check the rate whenever you need a quick reference for planning transfers or purchases.

Kenyan Shilling Overview

The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the official currency of Kenya, East Africa's largest economy. Tea exports, tourism, and mobile money (M-Pesa) innovation characterize Kenya's dynamic economy. The KES exchange rate against TZS reflects relative economic conditions between the two currency areas.

Mid-Market Rate Explained

The mid-market rate of 1 TZS = 0.049298 KES shown on this page is the fairest available exchange rate. It sits exactly between the buy and sell prices quoted by major financial institutions. No single provider can offer exactly the mid-market rate since their business model requires a small spread, but the best providers come within 0.5-1% of this benchmark. Use our rate as your comparison baseline.

Reverse Rate: KES to TZS

The reverse exchange rate is 1 KES = 20.2848 TZS. This is useful if you are starting with Kenyan Shilling and want to know how much Tanzanian Shilling you will receive. Both the forward and reverse rates update simultaneously every 15 minutes on this page. You can also visit our dedicated KES to TZS converter for the reverse direction.