TV & Internet

StarTimes Kenya

Pay your StarTimes TV subscription via M-Pesa

Paybill Number

585858

Account: Smartcard number

585858

Paybill Number

Smartcard number

Account Format

TV & Internet

How to Pay StarTimes Kenya via M-Pesa

Open M-Pesa Menu

On your Safaricom line, go to M-Pesa or dial *334#. Select 'Lipa na M-Pesa', then select 'Pay Bill'.

Enter Business Number 585858

When prompted for the business number, enter 585858. This is the official StarTimes Kenya paybill number.

Enter Your Smartcard number

For the account number, enter your smartcard number. Double-check this is correct before proceeding.

Enter Amount & Confirm

Enter the amount you wish to pay, then enter your M-Pesa PIN. Confirm the details and press OK. You'll receive an SMS confirmation.

Tip: Always double-check the paybill number (585858) and your smartcard number before confirming. Wrong details can delay your payment. Keep your M-Pesa confirmation SMS as proof of payment.

Alternative Payment Methods

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Airtel Money

Dial *222# and select Lipa na Airtel Money. Enter Paybill 585858.

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M-Pesa App

Open the M-Pesa app, tap Pay Bill, enter 585858 and your account details.

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Bank Mobile App

Many bank apps (KCB, Equity, Co-op) let you pay bills to Paybill 585858 directly.

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USSD (*334#)

Dial *334#, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Follow the prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the StarTimes Kenya M-Pesa Paybill number?▼

The StarTimes Kenya M-Pesa Paybill number is 585858. You can use this to pay your startimes tv subscription via m-pesa through Lipa na M-Pesa on your phone.

What account number do I use for StarTimes Kenya Paybill 585858?▼

When paying to StarTimes Kenya (Paybill 585858), use your smartcard number as the account number. Make sure it is correct before confirming the transaction.

Can I pay StarTimes Kenya from Airtel Money?▼

Yes. Since the mobile money interoperability launch in July 2022, Airtel Money and Telkom T-Kash users can pay to M-Pesa Paybill number 585858. Dial *222# on Airtel and select Lipa na Airtel Money.

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*Most paybill payments are free for the sender. Transaction fees may apply for certain services. Paybill numbers are verified but may change. Always confirm with the service provider.

Last updated: March 2026. PesaMarket is not affiliated with Safaricom or M-Pesa.