Tap2Eat paybill number 956 781
Top up a Tap2Eat school meal account on M-PESA paybill 956781, using the phone number you registered with Tap2Eat as the account. Tap2Eat is run by the Food for Education Foundation, and Dishi na County uses the same paybill. Money is only deducted when your child is served.
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Paybill
956 781
Account number: The phone number you registered with Tap2Eat. The operator also calls this your Tap2Eat account number
The operator states the account two ways: the top-up steps say your registered phone number, the FAQ says your Tap2Eat account number. They are the same thing. If a top-up does not land, check the number you registered with the school.
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- Format
- Phone number
- What to type
- The phone number you registered with Tap2Eat. The operator also calls this your Tap2Eat account 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.
Tap2Eat payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Tap2Eat 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.
School portal still shows fees as unpaid after the M-PESA payment cleared.
Most schools batch-import M-PESA payments daily, not in real time: give it 24 hours. If still missing, email the bursary office your M-PESA code, the student name, and the admission number. The standard fix is a manual ledger update; the funds are not lost, just unmatched in the school system.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying Tap2Eat cost you?
For KES 2,500 to Tap2Eat (paybill 956781), 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 Tap2Eat
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 956 781
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 956 781
- Enter Account (Phone Number): The phone number you registered with Tap2Eat. The operator also calls this your Tap2Eat account number.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Phone Number: The phone number you registered with Tap2Eat. The operator also calls this your Tap2Eat account number.
M-PESA cost to pay Tap2Eat (2026 Safaricom tariff)
Total customer fee when paying paybill 956781 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 Tap2Eat | 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. Tap2Eat 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.
Tap2Eat payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes when paying Tap2Eat 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.
School portal still shows fees as unpaid after the M-PESA payment cleared.
Most schools batch-import M-PESA payments daily, not in real time: give it 24 hours. If still missing, email the bursary office your M-PESA code, the student name, and the admission number. The standard fix is a manual ledger update; the funds are not lost, just unmatched in the school system.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
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M-Pesa fees for Tap2Eat
| 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 Tap2Eat
Top up a Tap2Eat school meal account on M-PESA paybill 956781, using the phone number you registered with Tap2Eat as the account. Tap2Eat is run by the Food for Education Foundation, and Dishi na County uses the same paybill. Money is only deducted when your child is served.
- Sector
- School
- Official site
- tap2eat.org
Frequently asked about Tap2Eat
What is Tap2Eat's paybill number?
Tap2Eat's M-Pesa paybill is 956781. Top up a Tap2Eat school meal account on M-PESA paybill 956781, using the phone number you registered with Tap2Eat as the account. Tap2Eat is run by the Food for Education Foundation, and Dishi na County uses the same paybill. Money is only deducted when your child is served.
How do I pay Tap2Eat via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 956781, then your account (The phone number you registered with Tap2Eat. The operator also calls this your Tap2Eat account number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for Tap2Eat?
The phone number you registered with Tap2Eat. The operator also calls this your Tap2Eat account number.
Can I pay Tap2Eat from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to Tap2Eat's paybill 956 781. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying Tap2Eat?
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 Tap2Eat 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 Tap2Eat 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. Tap2Eat should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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