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Branch Intl profile

Who owns Branch Intl?

traditional · Nairobi/Lagos · Licensed bank · custody: Custodial

short answerBranch Intl holds its own banking licence, so Branch Intl itself is the bank — customer deposits sit on its own regulated balance sheet rather than with a third-party sponsor.

Is Branch Intl a licensed bank?

Yes — it holds its own banking licence. Licence detail: Microfinance bank licence in Kenya (84.9% of Century MFB, CBK-approved 2022); digital lending in NG/IN.

Where is your money held?

Custody model: Custodial — on Branch Intl's own balance sheet as a licensed bank.

No sponsor bank or infrastructure provider is publicly documented for Branch Intl yet. Know one? Suggest it.

Who's behind Branch Intl?

Branch Intl was founded by Matt Flannery (Kiva co-founder), Daniel Jung (2015), headquartered in Nairobi/Lagos.

Is my money safe with Branch Intl?

As a licensed bank, eligible deposits at Branch Intl are typically protected by the local deposit-guarantee scheme up to the statutory limit (for example FDIC in the US, FSCS in the UK, or the €100,000 EU scheme). Confirm the exact scheme and limit for your country.

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Figures compiled from public sources, for comparison only — not financial advice. "Up to" rates change constantly; always confirm with the issuer. Spotted an error? Suggest a fix.