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Absa Bank Kenya

Absa Hello Money, CashSend and cardless ATM cash

*224#Tap to dial on phone

Provider: Absa Bank Kenya. Last verified: 2026-09-13. Category: Banks.

About this code

Absa Bank Kenya (formerly Barclays Kenya) mobile banking USSD, which Absa brands Hello Money. Deposit from M-PESA, transfer out to M-PESA or Airtel Money, PesaLink to any Kenyan bank, buy airtime, check balance and pull a mini-statement. Its distinctive feature is CashSend, which lets somebody with no card and no bank account collect cash at an ATM. You can self-register on the code itself if you have your debit card.

What you can do

  • Balance
  • Send to M-PESA and Airtel
  • PesaLink
  • CashSend
  • Pay Bills
  • Buy Airtime

Verify before you rely on it

Confirm the code on the operator's official channel before using it for high-value transactions. The official source for Absa Bank Kenya is the place to verify. We re-verify every quarter and flag any changes here.

Frequently asked

What does *224# do?

Absa Hello Money, CashSend and cardless ATM cash

Is *224# free to dial?

Yes. USSD shortcodes are typically free to dial in Kenya. Service-specific charges (e.g., M-PESA fees, bank transfer fees) apply only when you initiate a transaction through the menu, not for dialling itself.

Who operates *224#?

Absa Bank Kenya operates this USSD service. For service issues or to verify the code, contact Absa Bank Kenya directly via their official channels.

Will this code work on a feature phone?

Yes. USSD works on any GSM phone, including basic feature phones. No internet, no app, no smartphone required.

Does this work on Airtel or Telkom lines?

In most cases yes, USSD codes work across all Kenyan mobile networks for non-network-specific services. However some bank and government codes may have network restrictions, dial from your default Safaricom-registered M-PESA line for the most reliable experience.

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