PostBank paybill number 200 999
Send money to a PostBank Kenya account via M-PESA paybill 200999.
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- Format
- Account number
- What to type
- Use your PostBank account number.
- Example
- Your Postbank account number (as printed on the ATM card) or ID<your-ID> to open a new account
- 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 PostBank (2026 Safaricom tariff)
Total customer fee when paying paybill 200999 from M-PESA at common amounts. Fees are the standard Safaricom paybill bracket; some government services (eCitizen, KRA, NHIF/SHA) are zero-rated and these fees may be waived.
| If you pay PostBank | M-PESA fee | Total off 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 67 | KES 50,067 |
Free for amounts up to KES 100. PostBank does not charge its own fee on top of the M-PESA tariff; what you see is what you pay.
See full M-PESA fee bands, limits, and the 20% excise duty explained for every amount up to KES 250,000.
PostBank payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to PostBank, 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.
Payment sent to 200900 instead of 200999.
200900 was listed in an older Safaricom Complete Mobile Banking Codes PDF and some directories, but Postbank's own live site and the current Safaricom in-app directory both confirm 200999. If your payment went to 200900 and did not credit, call Postbank on 0716 918999 or 0734 856353 with the M-PESA transaction code.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
Kenya Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank) uses M-PESA paybill 200999: verified against Postbank's own Mobile Banking page and FAQ, plus Safaricom's in-app paybill directory. Enter your Postbank account number exactly as printed on your ATM card. Deposits typically reflect within 5-15 minutes; occasionally up to 24 hours during Safaricom settlement runs. To open a new Postbank account via M-PESA, enter your ID number prefixed with 'ID' (e.g. ID12345678) as the account reference: a confirmation SMS from Postbank returns your new account number and PIN.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying PostBank cost you?
For KES 2,500 to PostBank (paybill 200999), you pay KES 33 on top (total KES 2,533 debited from M-PESA). The fee is set by Safaricom, not by the paybill.
Result
Fee
KES 20
Total cost
KES 2,520
Free for transactions up to KES 100.
Some paybills (e.g., government services on eCitizen) are zero-rated, Safaricom waives the customer fee. Confirm with the receiving entity.
Fees are typically lower than Send Money for the same amount.
Updated for 2026 Safaricom tariffs. Verify on safaricom.co.ke before sending large amounts.
How to pay PostBank
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 200 999
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 200 999
- Enter Account (Account Number): Use your PostBank 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 PostBank account number.
PostBank payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to PostBank, 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.
Payment sent to 200900 instead of 200999.
200900 was listed in an older Safaricom Complete Mobile Banking Codes PDF and some directories, but Postbank's own live site and the current Safaricom in-app directory both confirm 200999. If your payment went to 200900 and did not credit, call Postbank on 0716 918999 or 0734 856353 with the M-PESA transaction code.
Deposit went through but Postbank balance did not update.
Standard reflection is 5-15 minutes. If not visible after 30 minutes, dial *498# and select Balance Enquiry. If still not showing after 2 hours, call 0716 918999 with the M-PESA code and your account number.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for PostBank
| 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 PostBank
Send money to a PostBank Kenya account via M-PESA paybill 200999.
- Sector
- Bank
- Official site
- postbank.co.ke
Frequently asked about PostBank
What is PostBank's paybill number?
PostBank's M-Pesa paybill is 200999. Send money to a PostBank Kenya account via M-PESA paybill 200999.
How do I pay PostBank via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 200999, then your account (Use your PostBank account number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for PostBank?
Use your PostBank account number.
Can I pay PostBank from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to PostBank's paybill 200 999. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying PostBank?
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 PostBank support immediately with your M-Pesa transaction code. If you sent to the wrong paybill entirely, contact Safaricom on 100 (free from a Safaricom line) within 7 days to request a reversal, though success isn't guaranteed.
How do I confirm my payment to PostBank 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. PostBank should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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