Tala is a mobile-based lending platform developed by Inventure Mobile Limited, offering instant digital loans to customers in Kenya. Founded in October 2011 by Shivani Siroya, Tala is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, and extends its services to Kenya, Mexico, India, and the Philippines.
Key Features of Tala Loan
- Loan Amounts: Up to Ksh 30,000
- Repayment Period: Ranges from two weeks to six months
- Service Fee: A one-time service fee of 5%-33% on the borrowed amount
- Technology: Uses advanced algorithms to assess creditworthiness
- Platform: Operates through a mobile app available for Android devices
How Tala Loan Application Works
- Download the App: Available on the Google Play Store.
- Fill Out the Application: Complete the loan application form within the app.
- Eligibility Check: Tala determines if you qualify for a loan.
- Select Loan Amount: Choose the amount you want to borrow.
- Receive Funds: The loan is instantly sent to your M-Pesa account.
Requirements for Tala Loan
- Smartphone: An Android device is required.
- Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
- National ID: Must have a National Identification Number.
- Safaricom Line: Must have an M-Pesa activated Safaricom line.
- Transaction History: Must have previously used and transacted on M-Pesa.
Benefits of Using Tala
- Instant Loans: Quick access to funds ranging from Ksh 500 to Ksh 50,000.
- Flexible Repayment Options: Choose repayment schedules that suit your needs.
- Real-Time Updates: Provides real-time updates on loan status.
- User-Friendly: Simple application process with excellent customer service.
- High Ratings: The Tala app has been downloaded over 10 million times in Kenya with a 4.5-star rating from over 400,000 users.
Tala has revolutionized the loan approval process in Kenya by offering a fast, efficient, and user-friendly way to access funds. The traditional loan approval process, often time-consuming and complex, has been simplified by Tala, making it a preferred choice for many Kenyans.
For more details, you can visit the Tala website.
