Shariah-Compliant Business Current Account for SMEs
The KCB Sahl Business Privilege Account is a Shariah-compliant business current account designed for SMEs that want cost-efficient everyday banking, predictable account charges and convenient ways to manage business payments and deposits.
With no opening or minimum operating balance, customised cheque book access, same-day value on cash deposits and the option to transact in Kenya Shillings or selected foreign currencies, the account gives sole proprietors, partnerships, registered businesses, traders and growing SMEs a practical way to manage daily cash flow.
Operate in KES or currencies like USD, GBP, EUR.
For supplier payments and formal business transactions.
Open and operate without tying up capital in a minimum balance.
Deposited funds are available for business activity faster.
Monthly bundled pricing makes routine account costs easier to plan for.
Track account activity with greater visibility.
To open a KCB Sahl Business Privilege Account, you may need:
Rates, fees, charges and product terms may change. Please refer to the latest KCB tariff guide or speak to a KCB representative before applying.
It helps you manage everyday business transactions while banking in line with Shariah principles. The KCB Sahl Business Privilege Account supports deposits, payments, cheque transactions and cash-flow management.
The KCB Sahl Business Privilege Account combines nil opening and minimum operating balances with bundled monthly pricing of KES 900.
Yes. The account is available in Kenya Shillings and selected foreign currencies including USD, GBP, CHF, EUR, AUD and ZAR.
No. The account has a nil opening balance and nil minimum operating balance.
Yes. A customised cheque book is available, with applicable per-leaf charges and stamp duty.
Yes. The account provides same-day value on cash deposits. Cash handling is nil up to KES 500,000, with a percentage charge above that threshold.
Business registration or incorporation documents, KRA PIN information and identification for relevant owners, partners, directors or signatories. A partnership deed is required where applicable.
The monthly bundled pricing is KES 900. Other transaction-specific charges may apply depending on the services you use.
Yes, subject to the relevant account-opening documents for your business structure.
Request a callback through the product page or visit a KCB branch. We'll guide you through the documents, charges, currency options and account-opening process.
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