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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- 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)
The M-PESA charge on paybill 505151 at common amounts, from Safaricom's Paybill Standard Tariff. This is the total charge. DTB prepaid card chooses who pays it: you, DTB prepaid card, or a split, so it is the most you pay.
| If you pay DTB prepaid card | 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.
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), 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 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.
More DTB prepaid card payment 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.
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 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 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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