SportPesa paybill number 955 100
Deposit to your SportPesa Kenya betting wallet. SportPesa is GRA-licensed. 18+ only.
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Play within your budget
Before you deposit to SportPesa, 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 SportPesa
- Format
- Phone number
- What to type
- Your SportPesa-registered phone number.
- 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.
SportPesa payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to SportPesa, 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 SportPesa wallet still shows the old balance.
Log out of the SportPesa app and log back in. Most credits land within 30 seconds. If still missing after 5 minutes, contact support@sportpesa.com or WhatsApp +254 730 444 444 with M-PESA code and registered phone.
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 SportPesa
SportPesa deposits use paybill 955100 with your SportPesa-registered phone number as the account. SportPesa was banned from Kenya in 2019 over a tax dispute, returned in 2020, and operates today under the GRA (formerly BCLB) 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). Same-day winnings withdraw via the app to M-PESA in under an hour for amounts up to KES 70,000.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying SportPesa cost you?
For KES 2,500 to SportPesa (paybill 955100), 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 SportPesa
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 955 100
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 955 100
- Enter Account (Phone Number): Your SportPesa-registered phone number.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Phone Number: Your SportPesa-registered phone number.
M-PESA cost to pay SportPesa (2026 Safaricom tariff)
Total customer fee when paying paybill 955100 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 SportPesa | 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. SportPesa 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.
SportPesa payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to SportPesa, 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 SportPesa wallet still shows the old balance.
Log out of the SportPesa app and log back in. Most credits land within 30 seconds. If still missing after 5 minutes, contact support@sportpesa.com or WhatsApp +254 730 444 444 with M-PESA code and registered phone.
Withdrawal stuck at "Processing" for more than 1 hour.
Verify your account is fully KYC-verified (ID upload + selfie). Unverified accounts can deposit but cannot withdraw above KES 5,000. Complete KYC in app settings; pending withdrawals release automatically once verification clears (typically 24 hours).
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for SportPesa
| 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 SportPesa
Deposit to your SportPesa Kenya betting wallet. SportPesa is GRA-licensed. 18+ only.
- Sector
- Betting
- Official site
- ke.sportpesa.com
- Licensed by
- GRA
Licence: SportPesa says on its own site that it is licensed by the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA), licence GRAK/2026/BK185751 (casino: GRAK/2026/PG056841, Standard Global East Africa Limited). Checked 19 October 2026. Operator's page How to check a licence
Frequently asked about SportPesa
What is SportPesa's paybill number?
SportPesa's M-Pesa paybill is 955100. Deposit to your SportPesa Kenya betting wallet. SportPesa is GRA-licensed. 18+ only.
How do I pay SportPesa via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 955100, then your account (Your SportPesa-registered phone number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for SportPesa?
Your SportPesa-registered phone number.
Can I pay SportPesa from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to SportPesa's paybill 955 100. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying SportPesa?
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 SportPesa licensed in Kenya?
SportPesa says on its own site that it is licensed by the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA), licence GRAK/2026/BK185751 (casino: GRAK/2026/PG056841, Standard Global East Africa Limited). Checked 19 October 2026. Gambling is for adults aged 18+ only.
What if I pay the wrong amount or use the wrong paybill?
Contact SportPesa 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 SportPesa 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. SportPesa should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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