Membership Inquiries

What is the Share Capital?

The share capital is the institutional capital of the Sacco. Each member is mandated to purchase a minimum shareholding of 500 shares valued at Kes 10,000/-.

How do I join Banki Kuu Sacco?

Download the membership application form here, then

  1. Fill out the application form for membership.
  2. Copy of the national identity card and a copy of the KRA PIN certificate.
  3. One (1) Passport Photo
  4. Registration Fee of Kes 1,000
  5. Every Member should have a minimum of 500 shares (Share Capital) valued at KES 10,000

After downloading and filling out the form, attach the documents mentioned above and drop/send them to any of our offices.

Is there a minimum monthly shares/Savings contribution & How do I make the remittance?

Yes, the Minimum Monthly Contribution is Kes.5,500

The Sacco offers the following modes of payment:

  • M-Pesa – Click Here to See the procedure.
  • Standing orders – please indicate your membership number on the instruction form.
  • Deposit slips- make payments to our bank accounts then present the banking slips
  • Cheque payment is done at Sacco offices
  • Direct debits
  • Payroll Check-off remittance

NB: Please note that Sacco does not accept cash payments

What are the Sacco’s bank details?
BANK: ABSA BANK KENYA PLC
BRANCH: BARCLAYS PLAZA BRANCH
A/C NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO SOCIETY LTD
A/C NO. 2023718130
SWIFT CODE: BARCKENX
BANK: NCBA BANK KENYA
BRANCH: NIC HOUSE BRANCH
A/C NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO SOCIETY LTD
A/C NO. 1-110-001465
SWIFT CODE: NINCKENA
MOBILE-BANK: MPESA
MENU-OPTION: PAYBILL 
A/C NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO SOCIETY LTD
BUSINESS NO. 570300
ACCOUNT NO: MEMBERSHIP No./CBK Staff No.
BANK: CO-OPERATIVE BANK OF KENYA LTD
BRANCH: CO-OPERATIVE HOUSE
A/C NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO SOCIETY LTD
A/C NO. 01120000538400
SWIFT CODE: KCOOKENA
BANK: EQUITY BANK LTD
BRANCH: HARAMBEE AVENUE BRANCH
A/C NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO SOCIETY LTD
A/C NO. 0240297812043
SWIFT CODE: EQBLKENA

BANK: CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA
A/C NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO DEPOSIT
A/C NO. 1000010029

 

BANK: STANDARD CHARTERED BANK
BRANCH: MOI AVENUE BRANCH
A/C NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO SOCIETY LTD
A/C NO. 0106023688400
SWIFT CODE: SCBLKENX

BANK: KENYA COMMERCIAL BANK
BRANCH: MOI AVENUE NAIROBI
ACCOUNT NAME: BANKI KUU SACCO LTD
CREDIT NUMBER: 1202115306

 

 

Do I need to pay registration fees to patronize other schemes such as the Quick, Junior, Education & holiday schemes?

Yes, membership fee is paid per scheme at the initial stage of joining membership or later.

  • To join another scheme, you can by filling in a Membership Schemes form. HERE

You will be required to make savings per scheme. This will entitle you to the products & facilities of that scheme from the Sacco.

NB: Please note that you must be a member of the Main scheme to join other Schemes.

Can I continue with my membership as an individual member after leaving the organization I work for or when I retire?

YES. You can continue with your membership and continue monthly savings while servicing any existing loans

How are the membership withdrawal terms?

Withdrawal notice should be given in writing. The reimbursements as per the society’s bylaws will be done within 60days subject to any loan liabilities.

Is there a return on my savings & shares?

YES, the Sacco pays dividends and interests (Interest on deposit and dividends on share capital) every year to all active members. Members earn interest on deposits on prorate basis and dividend on share capital.

Is the Share Capital Refundable?

The share capital is non-refundable. It is only transferable to an existing Sacco member or sold to a Sacco member when you cease being a member.

Who is eligible to join BKSC membership?

An eligible person may be admitted to membership if he/she possesses the following qualifications:

  1. An employee or former of the Central Bank of Kenya
  2. Other persons outside the CBK common Bond (e.g. KDIC, FRC, KSMS)
  3. Spouses of CBK staff
  4. Children of CBK staff
  5. Staff seconded to CBK (e.g. Police officers attached to CBK, KSMS hospitality staff)
  6. An employee of Banki Kuu Sacco and its related investments.
  7. Is not less than eighteen (18) years of age, if a natural person.
  8. Is not a member of another salary-based Sacco in the country.
  9. Is not, directly, a money lender or carrying out such activities detrimental to the objectives of the Society.
  10. Is of good character.
  11. Has regular income from employment, business, or trade.
  12. Has paid the prescribed entrance fee and a minimum of 200 shares.
  13. Has accepted the objectives of the Society, the obligations of members, and other conditions as stated in these By-laws.

Loans Inquiries

How many loans can I have concurrently?

This depends on your capability to repay them.

Why would a loan be rejected?
  • The incomplete application form that lacks mandatory documents as listed on the application form
  • Inconsistency in the monthly deposit contribution.
  • Contribution of the Less than minimum required deposit of KES 5,500
  • History of default
  • Inadequate loan collateral
  • insufficient income
Can I offset my loans from my savings?
  • A member is only allowed to offset deposits against loans at their request.
  • Any outstanding loan balance should be cleared immediately.
  • You must first get other guarantors (a substitute) to replace your guarantees before requesting for offset.
How long does it take before a loan is processed?

This varies on the type of loan. As per our service charter

Can I top up my savings to qualify for a bigger loan?

Yes. If you deposit a lump sum larger than your current savings, you will need to wait for at least 6 months to qualify for a loan; otherwise, applicable charges shall be applied.

What do I need when applying for a loan?
  • Fully completed loan application form.
  • Guarantors’   deposits MUST be equal to or more than the loan applied for.
  • Member to attach certified pay slip or any other specified evidence of regular income
  • Outstanding loan by the applicant MUST be cleared before a loan of the same kind is approved unless one is refinancing.
  • Net pay after regular income less income the total deductions for a loan put together with other pay slip deductions should not fall below 1/3 of the basic salary,
When do I qualify for a loan?

After 6 months of continuous monthly savings and upon attaining a share capital of Ksh. 4,000.

General Inquiries

What happens when the person I have guaranteed defaults in loan repayment?

When a member you have guaranteed fails to service his/her loan, the SACCO will vigorously endeavor to pursue it for three months. If the period lapses with no success in recovering the amount, you will receive a letter from the SACCO, and in the fourth month, deductions will commence from guarantors in the proportions in which they guaranteed.

Can I transfer my deposits from another Sacco?

One can transfer his deposits from another Sacco to Banki Kuu Sacco.

A member who transfers directly from another Sacco is immediately eligible for all benefits of a full member.

When are the dividends paid?

The Sacco pays for dividends after approval by the Annual General Meeting.

What do I need to do to get my dividends?

You need to ensure that the Sacco has your current bank details since all dividend payments are paid via EFTs bank transfers for amounts above.

How many Guarantors do I need to guarantee my loan?

You must have at least three guarantors who MUST fully Guarantee your loan UNLESS for a self-guaranteed loan where your loan does not exceed your total savings.

How can I access my member account & statements online?

Learn how to access the member portal on HERE.

How can I change/Update my next of kin?
  • You can by filling in a next of kin update form. HERE
  • Fill the form and send back to customerservicecoop@centralbank.go.ke and remember to attach your ID
How can I increase/decrease my monthly savings remittances?
  • For members who remit via check-off, you can by filling in a check-off form. HERE
  • For members who remit via Direct Debit, you can by filling in a DD form concerning your bank. From the download page here under the BANK DETAILS FORMS category.
  • Fill the form and send back to customerservicecoop@centralbank.go.ke and remember to attach your ID.