SportPesa: how to deposit and withdraw

Traditionally, registration is the key, but not the only condition to start playing on SportPesa. After creating an account, there is a need to replenish the account and make a bet. However, without knowing how to withdraw money from the game account to the real one, the game can hardly be considered complete. At first glance, it may seem that the withdrawal scheme is elementary, but each bookmaker has its own unique financial policy, so preliminary familiarization with its features is a very important stage.

In this review, we will consider the procedure of withdrawing winnings by several methods offered by SportPesa.

Log SportPesa account

As you probably already know, unregistered users of the platform can have an extremely limited functionality. The lack of an account severely limits players and prevents them from performing many operations, including any handling of the bookmaker's payment system.

To establish a smooth process of depositing and withdrawing funds, it is extremely important not only to create an account, but also to verify it.

We have told you more about it here.

SportPesa withdrawal charges in Kenya

In today's online gambling industry, speed and convenience undoubtedly play a very important role, so the diversity of payment channels becomes the most important aspect for the gambling business. Obviously, the wider the financial capabilities of the company, the higher the level of customer satisfaction and engagement in the gaming process. It often happens that the user simply does not find a familiar or at least simply convenient payment method and therefore leaves the site in search of an alternative. This outcome, in turn, prevents the betting operator to strengthen its reputation in the market.

Among the available payment methods on SportPesa are two mobile services, namely M-Pesa and Airtel Money. The services of both operators are actively consumed, and the companies themselves are highly publicized and often cited when it comes to convenient and fast payment platforms.

How to withdraw money from via SMS?

Withdrawing money via SMS text message is a standard method that will not surprise you, but it can help you save time. Follow the instructions below to make the transaction without errors:

1. Take your mobile device and open the application designed for SMS exchange.
2. In the field for sending messages enter the combination “W XXX#ZZZZ”, where “ W ‘ stands for ’ Withdraw”, in the place of “XXX ‘ the withdrawal amount in KES is written and "ZZZ” is replaced by your account password or PIN code for confirmation.
3. The text message should be sent to 79079.
4. Immediately after the operation, a notification confirming the procedure will be sent to your number from your mobile operator.

How to withdraw money using M-Pesa?

M-Pesa is a payment product that serves customers of the respective mobile operator. In order not to miss anything during payment, study our small algorithm:

1. Install the M-Pesa app on your mobile device, launch it and go to the menu.
2. Find the “Lipa Na M-Pesa” option and select “Paybill” as the payment method.
3. In the field provided for entry, enter either 5212121 or 955100. The account (or organization) number will be the word SPORTPESA. You will also need to enter the amount to withdraw.
4. After that, enter your PIN from M-Pesa to confirm the request.
5. Immediately after the operation, a notification confirming the procedure will be sent to your number from your mobile operator.

How to withdraw money using Airtel Money?

Airtel Money is another payment provider through which you can also cash out your account.

1. Install Airtel Money app on your mobile device, launch it and go to the menu.
2. Find the “Make Payment” option and select “Paybill” as the payment method.
3. In the field provided for entry, enter 955100. The account (or organization) number will be the word SPORTPESA. You will also need to enter the amount to withdraw.
4. After that, enter your PIN code from Airtel Money to confirm the request.
5. Immediately after the transaction, you will receive a notification from your mobile operator confirming the procedure.

How to check my SportPesa account?

If you are on the bookmaker's website or app, you can find out how much money is left after the withdrawal on your account as follows:

1. Authorize.
2. The amount of money in your wallet will be reflected in the upper right corner.

Provided that you don't have access to your account and you want to check the status of your money account, use the additional guide:

1. Take your mobile device and open the application designed for SMS exchange.
2. In the field for sending messages, enter the word BALANCE.
3. The text message should be sent to 79079.
4. A reply message to your request will arrive within a few seconds.

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