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Diamond Trust Bank

Send money from M-Pesa to a DTB account.

Paybill

516 600

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How to pay DTB

M-Pesa

Pay via M-Pesa 516 600

  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: 516 600
  4. Enter Account (Account Number): The recipient's DTB account number.
  5. Enter the amount — in KES.
  6. Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.

Account format

Account Number: The recipient's DTB account number.

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M-Pesa fees for DTB

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 DTB

Send money from M-Pesa to a DTB account.

Sector
Bank
Official site
dtbafrica.com

Frequently asked about DTB

What is DTB's paybill number?

DTB's M-Pesa paybill is 516600. Send money from M-Pesa to a DTB account.

How do I pay DTB via M-Pesa?

Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 516600, then your account (The recipient's DTB account number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.

What account number do I use for DTB?

The recipient's DTB account number.

Can I pay DTB from abroad?

Yes — diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to DTB's paybill 516 600. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.

What are the M-Pesa fees for paying DTB?

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 DTB 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 DTB 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. DTB should also confirm receipt via their channels.

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