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Why choose Family Bank?
Officially founded in 1984 as Family Finance Building Society Limited (FFBSL) and now referred to as Family Bank Limited, is a commercial bank located in Kenya. In 2007, the bank received a banking license to operate by the Central Bank of Kenya. Since converting to a commercial bank, Family bank has continuously been pursuing an expansion of its branch network and now holds an approximate US$696 million in total assets, with shareholders' equity of approximately US$118.3 million.
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We have thousands of happy Remitbee users to back it up
Liam Joshua
I love using Remitbee! It's hassle-free to send money to Kenya in seconds, and I've had no issues in over a year of use. Highly recommend!
David Aaliyah
I've been using Remitbee for a while now and it's been a game-changer. Being able to transfer money to my family to Chase bank account is a blessing. Plus, the service is so easy to use, and the support team is great.
Keira
Transferred funds to Kenya on Monday, and they arrived at my mother's in 5 minutes. No hassle and is way better than the banks as it is much faster less/no fees, and has better conversion rates. That is my go-to money transfers going forward.... ditch the banks
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How to Send Money to Family Bank
Set up a free Remitbee account
Easily create a free Remitbee account. This will give you exclusive access to a private Remitbee Wallet and a secure account in our system.
Secure Verification
Tell us about yourself! Include your full name, address and occupation. Double-check your email and phone number to make sure your information is accurate and correct.
Select Bank Details & Payment Method
Let us know the destination of your transfer. Provide the bank details of your recipient’s account. Include their bank name and account number. You also have the ability to choose whether the recipient is picking up the money or if it is going straight into their account.
Monitor CAD to KES Rates, Transfer Funds, Confirm Transaction
Make sure you’re satisfied with the exchange rate that we provide you with. Once the exchange rate for CAD to KES is satisfactory, enter the amount you want to send, select your payment method and confirm your transfer. The conversion rates change daily, but the fees for each payment method are fixed and permanent.
Track Your Transfer Progress with Remitbee App
You’re all done! At this point, we’ll take care of the rest. Just keep an eye on your money through the Remitbee app and watch as it arrives in Kenya.
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What information you’ll need to complete the transfer
Wire Transfer to Bank account
Recipient's name: Make sure you have the name on the account you are transferring exactly as it appears on bank statements. This will prevent delays in your transfer.- Address: We need the address of the branch you are sending the money to so we get it to the recipient’s city.
- Bank Name: Make sure to put down Family Bank as your bank!
- Account Number: This ensures it gets to your recipient’s account.
How Remitbee calculates the CAD to KES Exchange Rate
We try to keep our fees as low as possible and assess rates daily to bring you the most competitive KES exchange rates on the market. There are small fees when you choose to use bill, Interact or debit card payment methods, but you can also use the Remitbee Wallet without paying fees at any time. We are upfront about any fees, and you can see them in the application before you send money to Kenya.
What are the benefits of sending
directly to Family Bank?
directly to Family Bank?
Enhanced Security
It’s more secure than sending money offline
Speed
We’re faster than most competitors and we’ll never charge you a fee for giving you the fastest service we can provide.
Convenience
You can do it anywhere and anytime - even from the comfort of your own home
Instant Access
The recipient can access their money as soon as the transfer goes through
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I send money to a Family Bank account using Remitbee?
Yes, you can!
How can I pay for my money transfer to Family Bank?
You can choose to pay using Interac e-Transfer, Interac Online, Bill payment, Electronic Funds Transfer or Visa or Mastercard Debit.
What delivery methods are available for Family Bank money transfers to Kenya?
The transfers typically take between 1 and 2 days, but some transfers happen instantly.
What is the maximum amount I can send to a Family Bank account?
If you verify your identity on our platform, you can send up to 9,000 CAD per day, with a maximum of 50,000 CAD per month.
How much does Remitbee charge to send money to Kenyan bank accounts?
Any transfer over 500 CAD is free. Transfers below 500 CAD are subject to the following fees:
- Interac Online - $2.99
- Visa or Mastercard Debit - $2.99+
- E-transfer - Free
- Bill Payment - Free
- Electronic funds Transfer - Free
What is the maximum amount you can transfer to a Family Bank account from Canada in KES?
The maximum amount of money you can send in KES is dependent on the verification level. Here is a breakdown of the levels:
Level 1 of verification allows you to send only 50 CAD daily or up to 500 CAD monthly.
Level 2 of verification allows you to send up to 3,000 CAD daily, and up to 25,000 CAD monthly.
Level 3 of verification allows you to send 9,000 CAD daily, and up to 50,000 CAD monthly.
We are also working on Verification Level 4 to provide our customers with even higher sending limits. Remember, that verification is a one-time process. Once you have been verified, there is no need to provide any other documents.