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Airtel Money

Airtel Kenya mobile money menu, send and receive

Provider: Airtel Kenya. Last verified: 2026-05-06. Category: Mobile money.

About this code

Airtel Money is Airtel Kenya's mobile money service. *222# opens the main menu on any Airtel line. Send money, withdraw at agents, pay select bills. Note: paybill ecosystem is smaller than M-PESA.

What you can do

  • Send Money
  • Withdraw at Airtel Money agents
  • Pay Bill (limited paybills)
  • 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 Airtel Kenya is the place to verify. We re-verify every quarter and flag any changes here.

Frequently asked

What does *222# do?

Airtel Kenya mobile money menu, send and receive

Is *222# 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 *222#?

Airtel Kenya operates this USSD service. For service issues or to verify the code, contact Airtel 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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