A Comprehensive Guide on How to Pay NSSF via M-Pesa
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) in Kenya plays a crucial role in providing financial security benefits to Kenyan citizens upon retirement. Paying your NSSF contributions via M-Pesa is a straightforward and convenient process that allows you to fulfill your legal obligations as an employer or individual contributor. It is essential to make these contributions on time, preferably by the 15th day of each month, to avoid penalties.
Step 1: Gather Necessary Information
- Before making your NSSF payment via M-Pesa, you need to ensure you have the following information:
- Your NSSF Unique Payment Number (UPN): You can find this number on the E-slip you receive after uploading returns on the NSSF eServices portal. The UPN serves as your account number during the payment process.
- NSSF’s Paybill Number: The Paybill number for NSSF is 333300.
Step 2: Access M-Pesa
- Open the M-Pesa menu on your mobile phone.
- Select “Lipa Na M-Pesa,” which is the option for making payments.
Step 3: Choose “PayBill”
- After selecting “Lipa Na M-Pesa,” choose the “PayBill” option. This will allow you to make payments to various organizations and businesses.
Step 4: Enter Payment Details
- You will be prompted to enter the business number, which is 333300 for NSSF.
- In the “Account Number” field, input your NSSF Unique Payment Number (UPN). Ensure that you enter this number accurately to avoid any payment errors.
Step 5: Specify the Payment Amount
- Enter the amount you wish to pay towards your NSSF contributions. Ensure that the amount is correct based on your salary or income.
Step 6: Confirm the Payment
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN when prompted. This PIN acts as a security measure to confirm the payment.
- Review the payment details, including the PayBill number, account number (UPN), and the payment amount.
- If all the details are accurate, press “OK” to confirm the payment.
Step 7: Receive Confirmation
- You will receive a transaction confirmation message from M-Pesa, indicating that your NSSF contribution has been successfully sent to NSSF. Keep this confirmation as proof of payment.
If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding your NSSF contributions, you can contact the NSSF customer care service at 0709 583 000 or 0730 882 000, or reach out to them through their official social media channels.