Frequently Asked Questions

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Will I be able to receive funds at night, weekend and on public holidays?

Yes, you can receive funds any day and time 24/7.

Will people sending me money be able to see the accounts I have linked to PesaLink?

If a user has accounts linked on PesaLink, those sending funds using “Send to Phone” will only be able to view the various bank names in which the user has accounts linked to and not the bank account numbers

Can I use PesaLink to accept payments into my business account?

Yes you can by providing the account number and directing the sender to use the “Send to Account” option.

Can I send money to an account number not registered to PesaLink?

Yes, you can send money to another bank if the other person is not registered by using ‘Send to Account’ option.

Can I send money If I am not registered to PesaLink?

Yes, you can send money to another bank if you have not registered on PesaLink through other bank transfer solutions like RTGS, EFT,

Can I receive Funds if am not registered to PesaLink?

Yes, you can receive funds into your SBM Bank account. The sender will require your 13 digits Account Number.

Which currency will I use while sending money through PesaLink?

PesaLink will facilitate Funds transfer from KES to KES only. Customers can still send or withdraw funds from a foreign currency account. The sender or receiving bank systems will instantly convert the amount accordingly.

Will I be charged to receive money on PesaLink?

No. Clients will not be charged to receive funds on PesaLink.

Can I send money to someone who does not have a bank account?

No. PesaLink does not provide funds transfer or withdrawal to anyone without a bank account.

If I am an SBM Bank Kenya Diaspora customer, can I use Pesalink to send money?

Yes. PesaLink will facilitate funds transfer to local banks.

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