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M-pesa Short Term Paybill

M-PESA Short Term Paybill

Published: April 22, 2021 at 8:24 AM | Last Updated: January 6, 2026 at 9:10 AM

An M-PESA Short-Term Paybill lets you raise funds for immediate needs. From medical bills and school fees to funerals, weddings, charity drives, and emergencies.

Each account runs for 1, 3, or 6 months. You can extend it once for up to 6 more months with a written request explaining why.

How to Apply

You can get your M-PESA Short-Term Paybill through:

Online application: m-pesaforbusiness.co.ke

Visit any Safaricom Shop with the required documents.

Download the required documents

Lipa na M-PESA short Term Paybill

Lipa na M-Pesa Requirements

Mpesa Short Term Paybill

Paybill Standard Tariff

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