Nyamira County paybill number 004 646
Nyamira County collects all revenue through M-PESA paybill 004646. The leading zero is part of the number: enter it exactly as 004646. The account number is the reference from your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number. The county moved off cash for all public-facing services in February 2024. Some national services for Nyamira residents still route through eCitizen paybill 222222 instead.
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Paybill
004 646
Account number: The reference on your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number
On the county’s own domain, in its Annual Development Plan. The plan gives USSD 8856#, not the *546# that circulates in news write-ups.
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- Format
- Reference number
- What to type
- The reference on your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number.
- Common mistake
- Reusing a reference number from a previous payment: most systems mark used references invalid and the new payment lands in suspense.
Nyamira County payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Nyamira County 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.
You paid via M-PESA but the government service still shows unpaid (KRA returns, NHIF/SHA, eCitizen invoice, etc.).
Most government paybills reflect within 30 minutes; some take up to 24 hours. If the status is still unpaid after a day, log a complaint with the agency using your M-PESA transaction code. eCitizen specifically has an "Add Payment" feature that lets you attach the M-PESA code manually if their automatic match failed.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying Nyamira County cost you?
For KES 2,500 to Nyamira County (paybill 004646), 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 Nyamira County
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 004 646
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 004 646
- Enter Account (Reference Number): The reference on your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Reference Number: The reference on your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number.
M-PESA cost to pay Nyamira County (2026 Safaricom tariff)
The M-PESA charge on paybill 004646 at common amounts, from Safaricom's Paybill Standard Tariff. This is the total charge. Nyamira Countychooses who pays it: you, Nyamira County, or a split, so it is the most you pay.
| If you pay Nyamira County | 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.
Nyamira County payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Nyamira County 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.
You paid via M-PESA but the government service still shows unpaid (KRA returns, NHIF/SHA, eCitizen invoice, etc.).
Most government paybills reflect within 30 minutes; some take up to 24 hours. If the status is still unpaid after a day, log a complaint with the agency using your M-PESA transaction code. eCitizen specifically has an "Add Payment" feature that lets you attach the M-PESA code manually if their automatic match failed.
You used the wrong PRN, ID, or invoice number and the payment landed in someone else's account.
Contact the agency immediately. KRA can re-attribute payments between PRNs within the same tax type if you provide the M-PESA code and the correct PRN. NHIF and SHA typically require a written request. eCitizen requires you to open a support ticket from your dashboard.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for Nyamira County
| 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 Nyamira County
Nyamira County collects all revenue through M-PESA paybill 004646. The leading zero is part of the number: enter it exactly as 004646. The account number is the reference from your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number. The county moved off cash for all public-facing services in February 2024. Some national services for Nyamira residents still route through eCitizen paybill 222222 instead.
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- Official site
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Frequently asked about Nyamira County
What is Nyamira County's paybill number?
Nyamira County's M-Pesa paybill is 004646. Nyamira County collects all revenue through M-PESA paybill 004646. The leading zero is part of the number: enter it exactly as 004646. The account number is the reference from your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number. The county moved off cash for all public-facing services in February 2024. Some national services for Nyamira residents still route through eCitizen paybill 222222 instead.
How do I pay Nyamira County via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 004646, then your account (The reference on your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for Nyamira County?
The reference on your official Nyamira County invoice or demand note, not your ID or phone number.
Can I pay Nyamira County from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to Nyamira County's paybill 004 646. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying Nyamira County?
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 Nyamira County 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 Nyamira County 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. Nyamira County should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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