Prime Bank Kenya
Send money from M-Pesa to a Prime Bank Kenya account.
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M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 982 800
- Open M-Pesa — dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 982 800
- Enter Account (Account Number): The recipient's Prime Bank account number.
- Enter the amount — in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Account Number: The recipient's Prime Bank account number.
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M-Pesa fees for Prime Bank
| 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 Prime Bank
Send money from M-Pesa to a Prime Bank Kenya account.
- Sector
- Bank
- Official site
- primebank.co.ke
Frequently asked about Prime Bank
What is Prime Bank's paybill number?
Prime Bank's M-Pesa paybill is 982800. Send money from M-Pesa to a Prime Bank Kenya account.
How do I pay Prime Bank via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 982800, then your account (The recipient's Prime Bank account number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for Prime Bank?
The recipient's Prime Bank account number.
Can I pay Prime Bank from abroad?
Yes — diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to Prime Bank's paybill 982 800. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying Prime Bank?
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 Prime Bank 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 Prime Bank 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. Prime Bank should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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