KPLC New Connection paybill number 888 899
Pay for a new KPLC meter or new electricity connection via M-PESA paybill 888899. Distinct from the postpaid bill paybill (888888) and the prepaid token paybill (888880). Use your application reference number as the account.
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888 899
Account number: Your KPLC new-connection application reference, issued when you apply for a new meter
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M-Pesa fees vary by amount and transaction type. The calculator shows the exact 2026 cost for any amount, in KES or your home currency.
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- Format
- Account number
- What to type
- Your KPLC new-connection application reference, issued when you apply for a new meter.
- 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 KPLC New Connection (2026 Safaricom tariff)
The M-PESA charge on paybill 888899 at common amounts, from Safaricom's Paybill Standard Tariff. This is the total charge. KPLC New Connection chooses who pays it: you, KPLC New Connection, or a split, so it is the most you pay.
| If you pay KPLC New Connection | 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.
KPLC New Connection payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying KPLC New Connection 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.
Money left M-PESA but the meter still shows zero credit, or the postpaid bill still reads as unpaid in the account portal.
For prepaid meters, wait five minutes then key in the 20-digit token from the M-PESA SMS into the meter manually. For postpaid, give the bill up to 24 hours to reflect. If neither resolves it, phone the operator with your 10-character M-PESA transaction code: that is the only thing they need to trace your payment.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying KPLC New Connection cost you?
For KES 2,500 to KPLC New Connection (paybill 888899), 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 KPLC New Connection
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 888 899
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 888 899
- Enter Account (Account Number): Your KPLC new-connection application reference, issued when you apply for a new meter.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Account Number: Your KPLC new-connection application reference, issued when you apply for a new meter.
More KPLC New Connection payment fixes
Common failure modes when paying KPLC New Connection 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.
Account number was rejected as invalid or the system silently dropped your payment.
Strip the account number to digits only. A hyphen, slash, or space in the account number causes silent failures across most utility paybills. Re-enter, send again, and the original failed transaction normally auto-reverses within a few minutes.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for KPLC New Connection
| 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 KPLC New Connection
Pay for a new KPLC meter or new electricity connection via M-PESA paybill 888899. Distinct from the postpaid bill paybill (888888) and the prepaid token paybill (888880). Use your application reference number as the account.
- Sector
- Utility
- Official site
- kplc.co.ke
Frequently asked about KPLC New Connection
What is KPLC New Connection's paybill number?
KPLC New Connection's M-Pesa paybill is 888899. Pay for a new KPLC meter or new electricity connection via M-PESA paybill 888899. Distinct from the postpaid bill paybill (888888) and the prepaid token paybill (888880). Use your application reference number as the account.
How do I pay KPLC New Connection via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 888899, then your account (Your KPLC new-connection application reference, issued when you apply for a new meter.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for KPLC New Connection?
Your KPLC new-connection application reference, issued when you apply for a new meter.
Can I pay KPLC New Connection from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to KPLC New Connection's paybill 888 899. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying KPLC New Connection?
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 KPLC New Connection 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 KPLC New Connection 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. KPLC New Connection should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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