How to Activate KCB MPesa and Apply for Loan

by | Last updated Apr 8, 2026

KCB M-Pesa open savings account and borrow loan

KCB M-Pesa is a mobile money-saving and lending service by Kenya Commercial Bank. With KCB M-Pesa, you can access a mobile loan at an interest rate of 8.93% repaid in 30 days. The initial amount you can borrow depends on your credit score and how frequently you use M-Pesa services.

Additionally, saving more on KCB M-Pesa, borrowing, and repaying on time can increase your loan limit, gradually over time.

So, here are simple steps on how to activate KCB M-Pesa on your phone and how to apply for a mobile loan and repay it.

See also: How to Become a KCB Agent and Commission Earned

How to Activate KCB M-Pesa on Your Phone

To save and borrow money with KCB M-Pesa, you need to activate this product first on your mobile phone. Here’s how to activate KCB-M-Pesa on your line:

  1. Go to M-Pesa Menu
  2. Select Loans and Savings
  3. Next, select KCB M-PESA
  4. Finally, click on Activate.

Features of KCB M-Pesa Loan

  • KCB M-Pesa allows you to borrow from as low as Ksh. 1,000 up to Ksh. 1 Million, depending on your loan limit.
  • The loan is repayable in 30 days.
  • There is a one-off interest rate of 8.93% paid together with the loan.
  • The loan limit grows very fast as you borrow and repay on time.
  • Has a rollover if you fail to repay at the end of the period.
  • To check your loan limit, go to KCB M-PESA and select Loan, then Check Loan Limit.
  • To access the loan from your KCB M-Pesa account, you can withdraw to your M-Pesa account at no additional cost.

How to Apply for a KCB M-Pesa Loan

KCB to MPesa

To qualify for a KCB M-Pesa loan, you need to have been an M-PESA subscriber for at least 6 months, save on KCB M-PESA, and actively use other Safaricom services such as voice, data, and M-PESA.

If you meet these requirements, here’s how to apply for a KCB M-Pesa loan:

  1. From the M-PESA menu, select Loans and Savings.
  2. Select KCB M-PESA.
  3. Next, select Loan.
  4. Choose the option, Request Loan.
  5. Then, enter the amount you wish to borrow, equal to or less than your loan limit.
  6. Enter your M-PESA PIN and send.
  7. You will receive a message from KCB M-Pesa confirming the loan transaction.
  8. Your loan amount will be sent to your KCB M-PESA Account.

How to Repay the Loan

You should repay your KCB M-Pesa loan before the loan period is over to increase your loan limit and avoid being listed on CRB.

However, if the loan term ends before repayment, KCB M-Pesa will roll over the loan to an additional 1 month at an extra fee of 8.93%.

To repay your KCB M-Pesa loan:

  1. Go to the M-Pesa menu and select Loans and Savings, then KCB M-PESA
  2. Next, select Loan
  3. Select Pay Loan
  4. Choose whether to pay from M-Pesa or your KCB M-Pesa savings account
  5. Enter the Amount
  6. Enter your M-Pesa PIN and press OK
  7. You will receive a text message confirming a successful transaction and the status of your loan.

See also: KCB Bank Student Loan, Details and How to Apply

KCB M-Pesa Contacts

  • Email address: [email protected]
  • Postal address: P.O. Box 66827, 00800 Nairobi
  • Facebook: @kcbgroup
  • X ( Formerly Twitter): @KCBGroup
  • Instagram: @kcbgroup
  • LinkedIn: KCB Bank Group

Also Read:

  1. List of KCB Bank Branches in Kenya and Their Contacts
  2. NCBA Bank Branches and Their Location
  3. List of Mobile Loan Apps in Kenya and Their Interest Rates

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  1. christopher EYANAE

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