Tala: Fast & Safe Pesa Loan

4.6
461K reviews
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About this app

Introducing Tala’s new personal line of credit offering continuous access to credit! Apply once and borrow against your credit limit of up to KSH 50,000 as often as you need to. Download the app & get started today! Tala is licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya & trusted by 10+ million customers.

👉 TALA KEY FEATURES
✔ Only 1 ID needed
✔ Takes only 5 mins to apply
✔ Quick cash approval
✔ Double your credit limits fast
✔ Rates as low as 0.3% per day
✔ No paperwork, collateral, or bank account needed

HOW IT WORKS
• Apply in Minutes
Download the app and answer a few easy questions so we can give you a customized credit offer.

• Choose your Terms
Confirm your desired cash amount and select your target repayment date.
Terms of up to 120 days.

• Get your Cash
Money sent directly to your MPESA.

• Continuous Access
Apply only once and get continuous access to borrow up to your approved credit limit (subject to terms and conditions).

• Repay Easily
Use M-PESA Xpress or our Paybill number 851900 and the phone number you signed up with. You can pay in full or make partial payments anytime, on or before your due date.

WHO CAN APPLY
✔️ Any resident citizen of Kenya 18+ years old
✔️ Eligible persons holding valid ID and a mobile number

Tala App Highlights

✔ ULTIMATE CONTROL
• No auto-debit - guaranteed! You decide when you are ready to repay
• If your plans change, the cost of your line of credit will automatically adjust

✔ NO HIDDEN FEES
• Daily interest rate as low as 0.3% (that is only KSh 6 per day for borrowing Ksh 2,000)
• Only pay for days you need
• No access charges

FAST LIMIT GROWTH
• Limits up to KSh 50,000
• Fastest limit growth in the industry
• Most customers double limits in months

SECURE
• Tala secures your personal information with SSL encryption
• Tala treats all customers with respect, even if you are late on repayment

REWARDING
• Earn KSh 500 off the next time you borrow when you refer friends to Tala*
* Referral Terms: tala.co.ke/referrals

PERSONAL CREDIT LINE TERMS
• Credit limit amounts: KSh 1,000 to KSh 50,000
• Daily interest is charged on the amount of credit you borrow, ranging from 0.3% to 0.6%
• APR Rate Range: 109.5% – 219.0%
• Example: Suppose you borrow Ksh 10,000 at a daily interest of 0.3% and a repayment period of 120 days
🧾Interest calculation: KSh 10,000 * 0.3%* 120 = 3600
💰Total amount disbursed: KSh 10,000
💸Total amount to repay: KSh 13,600 (KSh 10,000 + KSh 3600)

A one-time late fee of 8% of the outstanding amount is applied to credits with an overdue payment term.

All amounts payable by you for any credit line will be displayed prior to you accepting the credit line and disbursement by us to your mobile money wallet.

You will have ongoing access to cash if you clear your outstanding balance and keep your Tala relationship in good standing (some exclusions apply). All lines of credit are subject to terms and conditions. Always study the terms and conditions and the disclosure statements before proceeding with any transaction.

PRIVACY & PERMISSIONS
All data collected is to verify your identity and build your credit profile. Tala never discloses any personal information to anyone that is not you without your permission or sells your data to third parties. Tala is registered with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner & our Privacy Policy is here:tala.co.ke/app-privacy-notice/

CONTACT US
Email: hellokenya@talamobile.com
SMS: 21991
Website: tala.co.ke

DISCLAIMERS
Tala is not a bank or a personal loan app. Instead, we provide personal lines of credit to consumers. Tala is not associated with online mobile cash loan apps in Kenya, such as ZKPesa, TruePesa, Meta Loan, Zash Loan, Zenka, LOOP, Branch, Kashbean, Timiza, FleshPesa, Creditmoja, KCB, Hustler fund, Credit Hela, Equity Bank app or Mkopo Rahisi.
Updated on
Apr 29, 2026

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
No data shared with third parties
Learn more about how developers declare sharing
This app may collect these data types
Location, Personal info and 8 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

4.6
453K reviews
Krishnah Bernado
May 1, 2026
I'd definitely give you a 5 star but with what I've gone through this app today is disgusting. I've been with you for almost a year 10yrs and you disappoint me when am in an emergency surely? I did a verification when I joined with my ID, today I tried to take a loan and you're sending me to the same process that I've tried almost 100 times failing! My front camera is not working, I've taken the ID picture severa times but your algorithm I don't know what kind of picture does it want.
3 people found this review helpful
Tala Mobile
May 1, 2026
Hi Krishnah, thank you for your rating. We’re truly sorry for the frustration, especially when you needed urgent help. Our verification process is required to protect your account and ensure security and compliance. We understand it can feel inconvenient. Please reach out via in-app chat or SMS to 21991 for further assistance; we’re here to help.
Lynn Karanu
February 28, 2026
they have been the best loan lenders for the last five years, but I think off late things haven't been easy for people in Kenya... nwayz, next to the banks, I highly recommend!
14 people found this review helpful
Tala Mobile
February 28, 2026
Hi Lynn. Thank you for your rating, feedback, and continued trust over the years. We’re sorry to hear about the difficult times. Could you please share more details about the issue? You can also reach us directly via the in-app chat or by sending an SMS to 21991, and we’ll be happy to assist you further.
Luhya King
April 4, 2026
the app is my all time app. though im not able to log in even after imputing the right pin it doesnt go beyond log in im not able to ans i needed to know how i owe to pay
21 people found this review helpful