Buying Airtel airtime is now easier because you can top up directly from M-Pesa using Pesapal Paybill number 220220. This is one of the most-used Paybill numbers for Airtel airtime purchases and is ideal when you need a fast, reliable way to stay connected.

You do not need to visit a shop, buy a scratch card, or look for an agent. You can complete the full process from your phone in a few simple steps.

Steps to Buy Airtel Airtime from M-Pesa

Follow these steps:

  1. Open the M-Pesa Menu
  2. Select Lipa na M-Pesa
  3. Choose Pay Bill
  4. Enter Business Number: 220220
  5. Enter Account Number: AIRT followed by the Airtel number
  6. Enter the amount of airtime you want
  7. Enter your M-Pesa PIN
  8. Confirm the details and send

Once the payment is successful, you will receive an M-Pesa confirmation message, and the airtime should be credited to the Airtel number entered.

  • Simple and Convenient – You can buy Airtel airtime anytime without leaving your home, office, or business premises.
  • Fast Top-Up Process – Airtime is usually credited shortly after the transaction is processed.
  • Secure Payments – Pesapal provides a trusted digital payment option for mobile money transactions.

Using Pesapal Paybill 220220 is one of the simplest ways to buy Airtel airtime from M-Pesa. Just enter your the Airtel number, confirm the details, and complete the payment.

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