Helabet paybill number 290 007
Deposit to Helabet for sports betting via M-PESA paybill 290007.
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18+ only
Play within your budget
Before you deposit to Helabet, check its licence with GRA. Set a deposit limit, never play with rent money, and call the GRA helpline (0800 723 770) if gambling is becoming a problem.
Read responsible gambling guideAccount number for Helabet
- Format
- Phone number
- What to type
- Use your registered Helabet phone number as the account.
- Common mistake
- Sending from a phone number that is not your registered account phone: the credit lands on your account regardless of who sent it, but only if the registered phone is in the account field.
Helabet payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to Helabet, 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.
Deposit M-PESA confirmed but Helabet wallet shows old balance.
Log out of the app and log back in. Most credits land within 30 seconds. If missing after 5 minutes, WhatsApp Helabet support with the M-PESA code, registered phone, and amount.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
Gambling is for adults aged 18+ only.
Only play with money you can afford to lose. paybillke does not confirm licences: GRA publishes no register. Check what the operator prints about its licence, and confirm on gra.go.ke before depositing. If gambling is becoming a problem, support is available. Call the GRA helpline on 0800 723 770.
Common help with Helabet
Helabet Kenya uses paybill 290007 with your registered Helabet phone number as the account. Smaller than the top-3 (Betika, SportPesa, SportyBet) but operates a similar deposit and withdrawal flow under a GRA betting licence. A 5% excise is deducted from each deposit (Finance Act 2025), a 5% withholding tax is taken from money paid into your betting account, and since 1 July 2026 a 20% withholding tax applies to winnings (Finance Act 2026). Withdrawals to M-PESA process within 30 minutes via the app for verified accounts.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying Helabet cost you?
For KES 2,500 to Helabet (paybill 290007), 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 Helabet
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 290 007
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 290 007
- Enter Account (Phone Number): Use your registered Helabet phone number as the account.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Phone Number: Use your registered Helabet phone number as the account.
M-PESA cost to pay Helabet (2026 Safaricom tariff)
The M-PESA charge on paybill 290007 at common amounts, from Safaricom's Paybill Standard Tariff. This is the total charge. Helabetchooses who pays it: you, Helabet, or a split, so it is the most you pay.
| If you pay Helabet | 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.
Helabet payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to Helabet, 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.
Deposit M-PESA confirmed but Helabet wallet shows old balance.
Log out of the app and log back in. Most credits land within 30 seconds. If missing after 5 minutes, WhatsApp Helabet support with the M-PESA code, registered phone, and amount.
Withdrawal pending for more than 30 minutes.
Confirm KYC verification (ID + selfie). Unverified accounts cap at KES 5,000/day. Complete verification in app settings; pending withdrawals release once verified.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for Helabet
| 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 Helabet
Deposit to Helabet for sports betting via M-PESA paybill 290007.
- Sector
- Betting
- Official site
- helabet.com
Licence: We could not find a licence statement on HelaBet's own site when we checked on 19 October 2026. Ask GRA before you deposit. Operator's page How to check a licence
Frequently asked about Helabet
What is Helabet's paybill number?
Helabet's M-Pesa paybill is 290007. Deposit to Helabet for sports betting via M-PESA paybill 290007.
How do I pay Helabet via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 290007, then your account (Use your registered Helabet phone number as the account.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for Helabet?
Use your registered Helabet phone number as the account.
Can I pay Helabet from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to Helabet's paybill 290 007. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying Helabet?
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.
Is Helabet licensed in Kenya?
We could not find a licence statement on HelaBet's own site when we checked on 19 October 2026. Ask GRA before you deposit. Gambling is for adults aged 18+ only.
What if I pay the wrong amount or use the wrong paybill?
Contact Helabet 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 Helabet 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. Helabet should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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