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Only play with money you can afford to lose. paybillke lists operators that hold a current BCLB licence at the time of verification — confirm on bclb.go.ke before depositing. If gambling is becoming a problem, support is available — call the BCLB helpline on 0800 222 333.

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Betika Kenya

Deposit to your Betika Kenya betting wallet. Betika is BCLB-licensed. 18+ only.

Paybill

290 290

Note: Verify Betika paybill on betika.com before publishing. 18+ only — display responsible gambling messaging.

18+ only

Play within your budget

Betika is BCLB-licensed at the time of verification. Set a deposit limit, never play with rent money, and call the BCLB helpline (0800 222 333) if gambling is becoming a problem.

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How to pay Betika

M-Pesa

Pay via M-Pesa 290 290

  1. Open M-Pesa — dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
  2. Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
  3. Enter Business Number: 290 290
  4. Enter Account (Phone Number): Your Betika-registered phone number.
  5. Enter the amount — in KES.
  6. Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.

Account format

Phone Number: Your Betika-registered phone number.

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M-Pesa fees for Betika

AmountM-Pesa feeTotal cost
KES 50FreeKES 50
KES 200KES 5KES 205
KES 1,000KES 10KES 1,010
KES 5,000KES 34KES 5,034
KES 20,000KES 62KES 20,062
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About Betika

Deposit to your Betika Kenya betting wallet. Betika is BCLB-licensed. 18+ only.

Sector
Betting
Official site
betika.com
Licensed by
BCLB

Frequently asked about Betika

What is Betika's paybill number?

Betika's M-Pesa paybill is 290290. Deposit to your Betika Kenya betting wallet. Betika is BCLB-licensed. 18+ only.

How do I pay Betika via M-Pesa?

Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 290290, then your account (Your Betika-registered phone number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.

What account number do I use for Betika?

Your Betika-registered phone number.

Can I pay Betika from abroad?

Yes — diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to Betika's paybill 290 290. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.

What are the M-Pesa fees for paying Betika?

M-Pesa charges a transaction fee based on the amount sent. Use our M-Pesa fees calculator to see the exact 2026 cost for any amount.

Is Betika BCLB-licensed?

Betika is listed because they hold a current BCLB licence at the time of verification. Always confirm the licence status on bclb.go.ke before depositing. Gambling is for adults aged 18+ only.

What if I pay the wrong amount or use the wrong paybill?

Contact Betika support immediately with your M-Pesa transaction code. If you sent to the wrong paybill entirely, contact Safaricom on 100 (free from a Safaricom line) within 7 days to request a reversal — though success isn't guaranteed.

How do I confirm my payment to Betika went through?

M-Pesa sends a free SMS confirmation with a transaction code (e.g., ABC12DEF345). Save this code — it's your proof of payment. Betika should also confirm receipt via their channels.

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Gambling is for adults aged 18+. Only play with money you can afford to lose. If gambling is a problem, call the BCLB helpline.

Paybill displayed: 290 290 (mpesa paybill). How we verify.