Ecobank paybill number 700 201
Send money to an Ecobank Kenya account via M-PESA paybill 700201.
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- Format
- Account number
- What to type
- Use your Ecobank account number.
- Common mistake
- Including a hyphen, slash, or space: most paybill systems reject the entry silently and the money waits in suspense until manually reconciled.
M-PESA cost to pay Ecobank (2026 Safaricom tariff)
The M-PESA charge on paybill 700201 at common amounts, from Safaricom's Paybill Standard Tariff. This is the total charge. Ecobankchooses who pays it: you, Ecobank, or a split, so it is the most you pay.
| If you pay Ecobank | 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, limits, and the 20% excise duty explained for every amount up to KES 250,000.
Ecobank payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Ecobank 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.
Recipient says their bank account was not credited even though M-PESA shows the transfer succeeded.
Confirm the account number in the M-PESA SMS exactly matches the recipient account. Banks typically credit M-PESA deposits within 30 minutes; if longer than 2 hours, the recipient should call the bank with the M-PESA code. Most banks can trace M-PESA-to-bank within 24 hours.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying Ecobank cost you?
For KES 2,500 to Ecobank (paybill 700201), 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 Ecobank
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 700 201
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 700 201
- Enter Account (Account Number): Use your Ecobank account number.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Account Number: Use your Ecobank account number.
Ecobank payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Ecobank 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.
Recipient says their bank account was not credited even though M-PESA shows the transfer succeeded.
Confirm the account number in the M-PESA SMS exactly matches the recipient account. Banks typically credit M-PESA deposits within 30 minutes; if longer than 2 hours, the recipient should call the bank with the M-PESA code. Most banks can trace M-PESA-to-bank within 24 hours.
You sent to the wrong account number and need the money back.
Call the bank immediately: most can hold and reverse the funds if the recipient account has not yet been credited (or if the recipient agrees to return them). Once funds have settled into a third party account, the bank cannot unilaterally reverse; it becomes a legal recovery matter.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
Ecobank USSD code
Beyond paying via M-PESA, Ecobank customers can manage their account directly through the Ecobank Kenya USSD shortcut, free from any phone with no internet:
*335#Tap to dial on phoneEcobank pan-African mobile banking.
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M-Pesa fees for Ecobank
| 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 Ecobank
Send money to an Ecobank Kenya account via M-PESA paybill 700201.
- Sector
- Bank
- Official site
- ecobank.com
Frequently asked about Ecobank
What is Ecobank's paybill number?
Ecobank's M-Pesa paybill is 700201. Send money to an Ecobank Kenya account via M-PESA paybill 700201.
How do I pay Ecobank via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 700201, then your account (Use your Ecobank account number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for Ecobank?
Use your Ecobank account number.
Can I pay Ecobank from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to Ecobank's paybill 700 201. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying Ecobank?
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 Ecobank 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 Ecobank 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. Ecobank should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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