Transnational Bank Kenya: Now Access Bank Kenya (2025 Update)

Looking for Transnational Bank Kenya? Transnational Bank is now Access Bank Kenya. The bank was acquired by Access Bank (Nigeria) in 2020 and rebranded. Here’s what you need to know.

Transnational Bank Is Now Access Bank Kenya

Access Bank (Nigeria) acquired Transnational Bank Kenya in 2020. The bank now operates as Access Bank Kenya. All former Transnational Bank customers are now Access Bank Kenya customers.


What Happened to Transnational Bank?

Transnational Bank was a small Kenyan bank established in 1985. In 2020, it was acquired by Access Bank (Nigeria) as part of their African expansion strategy:

  • 1985: Transnational Bank established in Kenya
  • 2020: Access Bank (Nigeria) acquires Transnational Bank
  • 2020: Bank rebranded to Access Bank Kenya
  • 2025: Access Bank Kenya also acquires National Bank of Kenya (NBK)

What Former Transnational Bank Customers Should Know

Your Account Has Moved to Access Bank Kenya

If you had a Transnational Bank account, it has been automatically migrated to Access Bank Kenya. Your account details and balances remain the same.

Changes Since the Merger

  • Bank name: Now Access Bank Kenya (not Transnational)
  • Mobile app: Use Access Bank Kenya app
  • Internet banking: Access Bank Kenya online portal
  • Cards: May have been reissued with Access Bank branding
  • Branches: Now operate as Access Bank Kenya branches

Access Bank Kenya Contact Information

Access Bank Kenya
Phone: +254 20 423 5000
Email: [email protected]
Website: kenya.accessbankplc.com


About Access Bank

Access Bank is one of Africa’s largest financial institutions:

  • Headquarters: Lagos, Nigeria
  • Operations: 20+ African countries
  • Kenya presence: Access Bank Kenya (formerly Transnational) + National Bank of Kenya (acquired 2025)
  • Combined branches: Now 77+ branches across Kenya

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What happened to Transnational Bank Kenya?

Transnational Bank was acquired by Access Bank (Nigeria) in 2020 and rebranded to Access Bank Kenya. All accounts were migrated to Access Bank Kenya.

Is my old Transnational Bank account still valid?

Yes. Your account was migrated to Access Bank Kenya with the same details and balance. You now bank with Access Bank Kenya.

How do I access my old Transnational Bank account?

Use the Access Bank Kenya mobile app or internet banking at kenya.accessbankplc.com. Your credentials may need to be reset – contact Access Bank Kenya customer service.

Who owns Access Bank Kenya?

Access Bank Kenya is owned by Access Bank PLC, one of Nigeria’s largest banks. They operate in 20+ African countries.

Last Updated on November 30, 2025

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