With this quick-start guide on managing your funds with 22bet in Kenya, where we will walk you through the process of depositing and withdrawing money here. The good news here is that the platform is localized, supporting two of the most popular mobile payment options among Kenyan bettors – M-Pesa and Airtel Money.
Even though many may be familiar with how to use them, we want to make sure that even rookie punters will be able to make payments on the platform. Furthermore, by knowing how account funding works, players will not only gain access to the sports betting options of the bookie but we will also unlock a plethora of bonuses and additional features that can take the betting experience to the next level. So, let’s dive into it and help you get going with the sportsbooks banking.
How to Deposit & Withdraw
Before we carry you through the payment process, keep in mind that even though 22bet doesn’t apply additional fees, M-Pesa may do so. Therefore, you should contact the payment provider beforehand in case you need more information about any potential charges.
The other important thing to bear in mind is that withdrawals are available only after undergoing verification (something we have covered in our registration quick-start guide). Moreover, the minimum deposit allowed by the bookie is set at 100 KSH and the maximum at 15000 KSH. Withdrawals on the other hand start from 200 KSH.
Certainly, here22bes a unique version of the instructions for both depositing and withdrawing funds using M-Pesa in Kenya:
Depositing Funds via M-Pesa
To deposit funds into your 22bet betting account using M-Pesa, begin by logging into your account with your credentials. Once you’re logged in, navigate to the deposit section, which you can find in the top-right corner of the interface. In the deposit options, select M-Pesa as a preferred method for the transaction.
Next, enter the amount you plan to deposit, making sure it adheres to the bookies minimum and maximum limits. After filling in the deposit amount, proceed to review your transaction details and confirm the transaction by clicking the confirmation button. Finally, you will be prompted to provide your M-Pesa PIN in the M-Pesa interface to authenticate and complete the transaction.
Withdrawing Funds via M-Pesa
To withdraw funds from your betting account, start by logging in with your credentials. Once logged in, navigate to the Banking page to access the withdrawal section. Here, specify the exact amount you wish to withdraw, ensuring it aligns with your betting account balance. Before proceeding, double-check all the details of your withdrawal request for accuracy and confirm the request. 22bet typically processes withdrawal requests almost instantly, though occasionally it may take between 5 to 10 minutes.
Once your request is approved and processed by the bookie, the funds will be transferred to your linked M-Pesa account. You will receive an SMS from M-Pesa confirming the successful transfer of funds to your account.
Depositing Funds via Airtel:
To add funds to your betting account via Airtel Money, begin by accessing the Airtel Money menu on your phone and finding the Make Payments option. From there, choose Paybill found under the Others category. Next, enter 152661 as the 22Bet Till number and specify 22BET as the business name. After this, enter how much wish to deposit. You will then be asked to input your Airtel Money PIN number and press Send to proceed with the transaction. Once you complete these steps, you will receive a confirmation message, and the deposited money will be instantly reflected in your betting account.
Withdrawing Funds via Airtel:
To withdraw funds from your 22bet account using Airtel Money, start by logging into your account and heading to the Banking section. In the My Account dropdown menu, select the option to withdraw funds. Among the various withdrawal methods available, choose Airtel Money.
Then, enter the amount you need to cash out and confirm your mobile phone number. Click confirm to finalize your withdrawal request. After this, the operator will send you a withdrawal code. Enter this code in the SMS Code section and confirm. Finally, wait for the process to complete. You’ll receive a notification from Airtel Money confirming that you have successfully withdrawn your winnings.