DTB prepaid card paybill number 505 151
Top up a DTB prepaid card from M-PESA.
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Paybill
505 151
Note: Multicurrency prepaid card top-up. Not the deposit-to-account paybill, which is 516600.
Account number: The last 6 digits of the card serial number. The serial begins DTB0DTB
The screen should read: DTB PREPAID. If it shows any other name, cancel. We read this on the M-PESA app on 2026-09-30.
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Calculate the feeAccount number for DTB prepaid card
- Format
- Reference number
- What to type
- The last 6 digits of the card serial number. The serial begins DTB0DTB.
- Example
- The last 6 digits of a serial in the form DTB0DTBxxxxxx
- Common mistake
- Reusing a reference number from a previous payment — most systems mark used references invalid and the new payment lands in suspense.
M-PESA cost to pay DTB prepaid card (2026 Safaricom tariff)
Total customer fee when paying paybill 505151 from M-PESA at common amounts. Fees are the standard Safaricom paybill bracket; some government services (eCitizen, KRA, NHIF/SHA) are zero-rated and these fees may be waived.
| If you pay DTB prepaid card | M-PESA fee | Total off 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 67 | KES 50,067 |
Free for amounts up to KES 100. DTB prepaid card does not charge its own fee on top of the M-PESA tariff; what you see is what you pay.
See full M-PESA fee bands, limits, and the 20% excise duty explained for every amount up to KES 250,000.
DTB prepaid card payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to DTB prepaid card, with the fix that works first. 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 typed the card number from the front of the card, not the serial.
The serial is a separate string beginning DTB0DTB. Call 0719 031 888 with the M-PESA code: a top-up addressed to six digits that match no card serial has to be traced and returned by the bank.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
Paybill 505151 tops up a DTB multicurrency prepaid card, and the account is the last six digits of the card serial number. DTB's own FAQs note that the serial begins DTB0DTB, so the six digits you want are the ones at the end of that string, not the card number embossed on the front. DTB says prepaid top-ups reflect immediately, unlike credit card payments, which land by end of day. This works from abroad as well as in Kenya, which is the usual reason the card exists.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying DTB prepaid card cost you?
For KES 2,500 to DTB prepaid card (paybill 505151), you pay KES 33 on top (total KES 2,533 debited from M-PESA). The fee is set by Safaricom, not by the paybill.
Result
Fee
KES 20
Total cost
KES 2,520
Free for transactions up to KES 100.
Some paybills (e.g., government services on eCitizen) are zero-rated, Safaricom waives the customer fee. Confirm with the receiving entity.
Fees are typically lower than Send Money for the same amount.
Updated for 2026 Safaricom tariffs. Verify on safaricom.co.ke before sending large amounts.
How to pay DTB prepaid card
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 505 151
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 505 151
- Enter Account (Reference Number): The last 6 digits of the card serial number. The serial begins DTB0DTB.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Reference Number: The last 6 digits of the card serial number. The serial begins DTB0DTB.
DTB prepaid card payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to DTB prepaid card, with the fix that works first. 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 typed the card number from the front of the card, not the serial.
The serial is a separate string beginning DTB0DTB. Call 0719 031 888 with the M-PESA code: a top-up addressed to six digits that match no card serial has to be traced and returned by the bank.
Top-up not reflecting, and you used 584429.
584429 is the credit card paybill, not the prepaid one, and it takes a different account format. Call 0719 031 888 with the M-PESA code and both card details.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for DTB prepaid card
| 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 DTB prepaid card
Top up a DTB prepaid card from M-PESA.
- Sector
- Bank
- Official site
- dtbk.dtbafrica.com
Frequently asked about DTB prepaid card
What is DTB prepaid card's paybill number?
DTB prepaid card's M-Pesa paybill is 505151. Top up a DTB prepaid card from M-PESA.
How do I pay DTB prepaid card via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 505151, then your account (The last 6 digits of the card serial number. The serial begins DTB0DTB.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for DTB prepaid card?
The last 6 digits of the card serial number. The serial begins DTB0DTB.
Can I pay DTB prepaid card from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to DTB prepaid card's paybill 505 151. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying DTB prepaid card?
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 prepaid card 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 prepaid card 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 prepaid card should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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