Joining a trusted financial institution can transform your savings and investment journey. Ukulima Sacco has grown from a small co-operative formed in 1972 to a national financial powerhouse with an asset base of over Kshs 14.66 billion and more than 47,000 members.
With branches across major towns including Kisumu, Mombasa, Eldoret, and Nairobi, Ukulima Sacco continues to offer reliable financial services.
This guide explains Ukulima Sacco membership eligibility and requirements in simple steps to help you get started with your application.
Understanding Ukulima Sacco Membership Eligibility and Requirements
To become a member of Ukulima Sacco, you must fall into one of the eligible categories and meet specific documentation and contribution conditions.
Whether you’re an individual working in Kenya or a group based locally or abroad, Ukulima Sacco provides a pathway to membership tailored to your needs.
Who Can Join Ukulima Sacco
Ukulima Sacco accepts both individuals and corporate entities. Here are the specific categories eligible for membership:
Individuals
You are eligible to join if you are employed in any of the following sectors:
- National government
- County government
- Educational institutions
- Parastatals
- Government agencies
- Private companies
Corporate Members
Ukulima Sacco also accepts institutions such as:
- Private companies
- Public companies
- Registered clubs
- Partnerships
- Co-operative societies
- Registered self-help groups and chamas
This broad membership scope makes Ukulima Sacco ideal for both salaried individuals and organized groups seeking structured savings and credit services.
Requirements for Individual Membership
To join Ukulima Sacco as an individual, you need to meet these simple requirements:
- Fill out the membership application form (available on the official Ukulima Sacco website)
- Provide a copy of your National ID or valid Kenyan passport
- Attach one coloured passport size photo
- Attach a recent payslip (if you’re employed)
- Provide a copy of your KRA PIN
- Pay a non-refundable joining fee of Kshs 1,000
- Commit to a minimum monthly contribution of Kshs 2,000
Once you submit all documents and payments, your membership will be processed and you can begin saving and accessing loans.
Diaspora Membership Options
Kenyan citizens living abroad are also welcome to join Ukulima Sacco through the Diaspora membership program. There are three types of Diaspora memberships:
Individual Diaspora Membership
- Fill out the individual diaspora application form
- Attach a valid Kenyan passport
- Attach a coloured passport size photograph
Joint Diaspora Membership
- Complete the joint diaspora application form
- Attach valid Kenyan passports for all applicants
- Attach coloured passport size photographs for each applicant
Group Diaspora Membership
For groups based abroad, these documents are needed:
- Completed group diaspora application form
- Minutes from the group’s meeting agreeing to join the Sacco
- A copy of the group’s registration certificate
- Group constitution
- Valid Kenyan passports and coloured passport photographs of all authorized signatories
Benefits of Being a Ukulima Sacco Member
Once you become a member, you enjoy access to a wide range of financial services and benefits, including:
- Loans at favourable interest rates
- Instant mobile loans through their mobile platform
- Fast loan processing times
- High annual dividends on shares
- Competitive interest rates on deposits
- Investment opportunities in land, property, and fixed deposit accounts
Ukulima Sacco is a trusted place to grow your savings, access affordable credit, and invest securely for the future.
How to Get in Touch with Ukulima Sacco
If you’re ready to join or need more information, reach out through the contacts below:
Head Office Address:
Ukulima Co-operative House,
Haile Selassie Avenue,
Off Parliament Road,
Red Cross Lane, Nairobi
Contacts:
- Tel: 020 278 5000
- Mobile: 0111 035 600
Ukulima Sacco membership eligibility and requirements are clearly structured to include both salaried individuals and organized groups. With over 50 years of service, the Sacco continues to empower Kenyans locally and abroad through savings, loans, and investments.
