Buying airtime, credit, bundles, minutes, or data using a till number is one of the fastest and easiest ways to top up your Safaricom or Airtel line. With M-PESA Buy Goods and Services, you can purchase instantly without navigating USSD menus. This guide shows you exactly how to do it using Till 509947.

πŸ“± What is a Till Number?

A till number (also called a "paybill" or "merchant code" in some contexts) is a unique identifier used by businesses and resellers to receive payments via M-PESA. When you pay to a till number via Buy Goods and Services, you can purchase airtime, bundles, minutes, and data instantly.

πŸ“Œ Key difference: Unlike a Paybill (which requires an account number), a till number only requires you to enter the amount – making it faster and simpler.

πŸ“ž How to Buy Airtime Using Till Number

Follow these simple steps to buy airtime using Till 509947:

  1. Open M-PESA on your phone
  2. Select Lipa na M-PESA
  3. Choose Buy Goods and Services
  4. Enter Till Number 509947
  5. Enter the amount of airtime you want (e.g., 50, 100, 200)
  6. Enter your M-PESA PIN and confirm
  7. Your airtime is added to your line instantly

That's it – no USSD menus, no long codes, just instant airtime!

πŸ’³ How to Buy Credit Using Till Number

"Credit" is often used interchangeably with "airtime" in Kenya. To buy credit using a till number, follow the exact same steps:

  1. Open M-PESA β†’ Lipa na M-PESA β†’ Buy Goods and Services
  2. Enter Till Number 509947
  3. Enter the amount of credit you want
  4. Enter your M-PESA PIN and confirm
  5. Your credit is added to your line instantly
πŸ“Œ Note: The credit you buy is added to your main airtime balance and can be used for calls, SMS, or data.

πŸ“¦ How to Buy Bundles Using Till Number

To buy data, minutes, or combo bundles using a till number:

  1. Visit our website to see available bundle prices
  2. Open M-PESA β†’ Lipa na M-PESA β†’ Buy Goods and Services
  3. Enter Till Number 509947
  4. Enter the exact amount for your chosen bundle
  5. Enter your M-PESA PIN and confirm
  6. Your bundle is delivered to your line instantly

This works for both Safaricom and Airtel bundles!

πŸŽ™οΈ How to Buy Minutes Using Till Number

To buy voice minutes using a till number:

  1. Select the minutes bundle you want from our website
  2. Open M-PESA β†’ Lipa na M-PESA β†’ Buy Goods and Services
  3. Enter Till Number 509947
  4. Enter the exact amount for your minutes bundle
  5. Enter your M-PESA PIN and confirm
  6. Your minutes are added to your line instantly

We offer both Safaricom and Airtel minutes packages at discounted rates.

πŸ“Ά How to Buy Data Using Till Number

To buy data bundles using a till number:

  1. Choose your data bundle from our website (daily, weekly, or monthly)
  2. Open M-PESA β†’ Lipa na M-PESA β†’ Buy Goods and Services
  3. Enter Till Number 509947
  4. Enter the exact amount for your data bundle
  5. Enter your M-PESA PIN and confirm
  6. Your data bundle is added to your line instantly

Save up to 60% compared to official USSD prices!

πŸ’° Official vs Till Number Price Comparison

Here's how much you save buying through Till 509947 compared to official USSD:

Product Official USSD Price Till 509947 Price You Save
1GB Data (1 Hour) Ksh 50 Ksh 19 62%
1.25GB (Midnight) Ksh 100 Ksh 55 45%
45 Minutes (3 Hours) Ksh 50 Ksh 19 62%
2GB (Midnight Airtel) Ksh 100 Ksh 41 59%

πŸ† Best Till Number for Buying Safaricom Airtime

If you're specifically looking for the best till number for buying Safaricom airtime, 509947 (Bingwa Sokoni) is a verified and trusted option:

⚠️ Always verify: Before paying, confirm the till number is 509947 to avoid sending money to the wrong merchant.

βœ… Benefits of Buying Airtime Using Till Number

πŸš€ Ready to buy? Use Till 509947 and get your airtime, credit, bundles, minutes, or data instantly. Shop now β†’

❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Buying Airtime Using Till Number

❓ How do I buy airtime using a till number?

Open M-PESA β†’ Lipa na M-PESA β†’ Buy Goods and Services β†’ Enter Till 509947 β†’ Enter the amount β†’ Confirm with PIN. Your airtime is delivered instantly.

❓ What is the best till number for buying Safaricom airtime?

Till 509947 (Bingwa Sokoni) is a verified till number that works for buying Safaricom airtime, bundles, minutes, and data instantly via M-PESA.

❓ Can I buy credit using a till number?

Yes – you can buy airtime credit using Till 509947. Simply pay via M-PESA Buy Goods and the credit is added to your line instantly.

❓ How do I buy bundles using a till number?

Open M-PESA β†’ Lipa na M-PESA β†’ Buy Goods and Services β†’ Enter Till 509947 β†’ Enter the amount for your bundle β†’ Confirm. The bundle is delivered instantly.

❓ How do I buy minutes using a till number?

Use Till 509947 to buy minutes bundles. Pay via M-PESA Buy Goods and the minutes are added to your line instantly.

❓ How do I buy data using a till number?

Use Till 509947 to buy data bundles. Pay via M-PESA Buy Goods and the data is added to your line instantly.

❓ Does buying via till number work with Okoa?

Yes! Buy Goods transactions bypass Okoa checks, so you can buy airtime, credit, bundles, minutes, and data even with active Okoa Jahazi debt.

❓ Is Till 509947 safe for buying airtime?

Yes – Till 509947 is a verified merchant till used by thousands of Kenyans. It is safe, automated, and delivers purchases instantly.

❓ How much can I save using Till 509947?

You can save up to 60% compared to official USSD prices. For example, 1GB data costs Ksh 19 vs official Ksh 50.