Busia County paybill number 635 929
Pay Busia County rates, parking, business permits.
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Paybill
635 929
Account number: Service-specific reference
County Treasury page describes the launch of county M-PESA paybill 635929.
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- Format
- Reference number
- What to type
- Service-specific reference.
- Common mistake
- Reusing a reference number from a previous payment: most systems mark used references invalid and the new payment lands in suspense.
Busia County payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Busia County via M-PESA, with the first fix to try. If none of these resolve it, the 10-character M-PESA transaction code is the universal proof of payment, keep the SMS until the issue clears.
You paid via M-PESA but the government service still shows unpaid (KRA returns, NHIF/SHA, eCitizen invoice, etc.).
Most government paybills reflect within 30 minutes; some take up to 24 hours. If the status is still unpaid after a day, log a complaint with the agency using your M-PESA transaction code. eCitizen specifically has an "Add Payment" feature that lets you attach the M-PESA code manually if their automatic match failed.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying Busia County cost you?
For KES 2,500 to Busia County (paybill 635929), the M-PESA charge is at most KES 20. Safaricom sets the charge; each business chooses whether the customer pays it, the business pays it, or they share it.
Result
Fee
KES 20
Total cost
KES 2,520
Free for payments of KES 100 and below.
This is the total charge. The business chooses who pays it: you (Business Bouquet), the business (Customer Bouquet) or both, split by band (Mgao). So it is the most you pay.
Source: Safaricom Paybill Standard Tariff, linked from the Business Paybill page, checked 25 October 2026.
Updated for 2026 Safaricom tariffs. Verify on safaricom.co.ke before sending large amounts.
How to pay Busia County
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 635 929
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 635 929
- Enter Account (Reference Number): Service-specific reference.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Reference Number: Service-specific reference.
M-PESA cost to pay Busia County (2026 Safaricom tariff)
The M-PESA charge on paybill 635929 at common amounts, from Safaricom's Paybill Standard Tariff. This is the total charge. Busia Countychooses who pays it: you, Busia County, or a split, so it is the most you pay.
| If you pay Busia County | M-PESA fee | Most taken from your M-PESA |
|---|---|---|
| KES 200 | KES 5 | KES 205 |
| KES 500 | KES 5 | KES 505 |
| KES 1,000 | KES 10 | KES 1,010 |
| KES 2,500 | KES 20 | KES 2,520 |
| KES 10,000 | KES 48 | KES 10,048 |
| KES 50,000 | KES 108 | KES 50,108 |
Free for amounts up to KES 100. Source: Safaricom Paybill Standard Tariff, checked 25 October 2026.
See full M-PESA fee bands and limits for every amount up to KES 250,000. Safaricom's fees already include excise duty, which is 15% of the fee on money transfer services.
Busia County payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Busia County via M-PESA, with the first fix to try. If none of these resolve it, the 10-character M-PESA transaction code is the universal proof of payment, keep the SMS until the issue clears.
You paid via M-PESA but the government service still shows unpaid (KRA returns, NHIF/SHA, eCitizen invoice, etc.).
Most government paybills reflect within 30 minutes; some take up to 24 hours. If the status is still unpaid after a day, log a complaint with the agency using your M-PESA transaction code. eCitizen specifically has an "Add Payment" feature that lets you attach the M-PESA code manually if their automatic match failed.
You used the wrong PRN, ID, or invoice number and the payment landed in someone else's account.
Contact the agency immediately. KRA can re-attribute payments between PRNs within the same tax type if you provide the M-PESA code and the correct PRN. NHIF and SHA typically require a written request. eCitizen requires you to open a support ticket from your dashboard.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for Busia County
| Amount | M-Pesa fee | Total cost | % fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| KES 50 | Free | KES 50 | , |
| KES 200 | KES 5 | KES 205 | 2.50% |
| KES 1,000 | KES 10 | KES 1,010 | 1.00% |
| KES 5,000 | KES 34 | KES 5,034 | 0.68% |
| KES 20,000 | KES 62 | KES 20,062 | 0.31% |
About Busia County
Pay Busia County rates, parking, business permits.
- Sector
- Government
- Official site
- busiacounty.go.ke
Frequently asked about Busia County
What is Busia County's paybill number?
Busia County's M-Pesa paybill is 635929. Pay Busia County rates, parking, business permits.
How do I pay Busia County via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 635929, then your account (Service-specific reference.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for Busia County?
Service-specific reference.
Can I pay Busia County from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to Busia County's paybill 635 929. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying Busia County?
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.
What if I pay the wrong amount or use the wrong paybill?
Contact Busia County support straight away with your M-PESA transaction code. If you paid the wrong paybill entirely, call Safaricom customer care on 100 (prepay) or 200 (postpay) as soon as you can. The 456 self-reversal does not cover paybills, and the business has to agree before the money comes back, so a refund is not guaranteed.
How do I confirm my payment to Busia County 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. Busia County should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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