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United States International University - Africa

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Note: Routed via I&M Bank

Note: Verify USIU paybill on usiu.ac.ke before publishing — many universities use bank-routed paybills.

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Pay via M-Pesa 542 542

  1. Open M-Pesa — dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
  2. Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
  3. Enter Business Number: 542 542
  4. Enter Account (Reference Number): Your USIU student number followed by the bank account format from USIU finance.
  5. Enter the amount — in KES.
  6. Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.

Account format

Reference Number: Your USIU student number followed by the bank account format from USIU finance.

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M-Pesa fees for USIU

AmountM-Pesa feeTotal cost
KES 50FreeKES 50
KES 200KES 5KES 205
KES 1,000KES 10KES 1,010
KES 5,000KES 34KES 5,034
KES 20,000KES 62KES 20,062
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About USIU

Pay USIU-Africa tuition and fees.

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Frequently asked about USIU

What is USIU's paybill number?

USIU's M-Pesa paybill is 542542. Pay USIU-Africa tuition and fees.

How do I pay USIU via M-Pesa?

Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 542542, then your account (Your USIU student number followed by the bank account format from USIU finance.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.

What account number do I use for USIU?

Your USIU student number followed by the bank account format from USIU finance.

Can I pay USIU from abroad?

Yes — diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to USIU's paybill 542 542. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.

What are the M-Pesa fees for paying USIU?

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 USIU 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 USIU 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. USIU should also confirm receipt via their channels.

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Last reviewed 26 April 2026. We haven't double-checked this entry yet — confirm on the official source below before sending money.

Source: USIU Africa

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