Name of the Organisation : Vodacom
Type of Facility : Transfer Money Via m-pesa
Website : https://www.vodacom.co.za/
Vodacom Transfer Money Via m-pesa
** Need to send money? Just m-pesa it. The safe and secure way to send and receive money.
** Use Vodacom m-pesa for safe and secure money transfer, airtime recharges and a range of other services.
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** Convenient and safe because you don’t need to carry cash
** Easily accessible through more than 15 000 outlets, SASWITCH ATMs and all stores that accept Visa countrywide
To get m-pesa :
** Dial *111# or register at any authorised m-pesa shop
** To find your nearest m-pesa shop for transactions and/or FICA please dial *134*777#
Terms & conditions
m-pesa :
** m-pesa is a mobile money wallet that allows customers to store their money safely, access it easily, send money anywhere affordably and get airtime benefits.
** Customers can get a prepaid m-pesa Visa card
Why m-pesa :
** It’s easy to get m-pesa – customers can register for m-pesa from their cellphones and at an m-pesa shop
** Use your m-pesa wallet anytime, anywhere
** Get free minutes when you buy airtime using m-pesa
** Get free minutes when you link the m-pesa card.
How to get m-pesa :
** You can register for an m-pesa wallet by dialing *111# and following the instructions or by going to an m-pesa shop with your South African identity book.
** You can also buy a prepaid m-pesa Visa card from any participating shops.
What are the requirements to have an m-pesa wallet :
** You must be an active Vodacom subscriber.
** You must have a South African Identity book.
** You must be at the age of 16 or above.
What can you do with m-pesa :
** Transfer money into your m-pesa wallet from any bank account.
** Deposit and withdraw money at any authorized Vodacom m-pesa shop.
** Store money in your m-pesa wallet, without any monthly fees.
** Withdraw money at any SASWITCH ATM, at authorised retailer POS devices or at participating shops.
** Pay for goods in store using the prepaid m-pesa Visa card where applicable.
** Transfer m-pesa funds to anyone in South Africa with a cellphone.
** Buy airtime from your cellphone.
How to activate your m-pesa account :
** Simply dial *111# on your cellphone.
** Select the m-pesa option to access the menu and follow the instructions.
** You will receive an activation in progress SMS with notification of a confirmation SMS to follow.
** You will receive an SMS welcoming you to m-pesa, advising you of the m-pesa terms and conditions.
** After receiving the welcome SMS, you must set your m-pesa PIN.
Set PIN – Set m-pesa PIN
** Dial *111# and select m-pesa
** You will be presented with a screen to acknowledge the m-pesa terms and conditions.
** Follow the instructions to set your m-pesa PIN.
** You will be presented with a confirmation screen and receive an SMS confirming the m-pesa PIN set and advising you of the m-pesa terms and conditions.
Pin security tips
** Your personal identification number (PIN) is your personal key to keeping your m-pesa account safe and secure.
Keep it secret :
** Never share your PIN with anyone
** Only enter your PIN when you are sure no one is looking. It’s best to do it where you feel safe
** Memorise your PIN and never write it down
** Don’t use an obvious PIN or one that is easy to guess (like your date of birth)
** Change your PIN often – this makes it difficult for others to guess your PIN or use it to access your account if they see you entering it
How to send money :
** To send money with m-pesa dial *111#
** Select m-pesa on the menu and enter your m-pesa PIN
** Select “Send money”
** Select “Enter recipient cell number” and then enter the cell number you want to send money to
** Enter the amount you want to send
** Select “Confirm” to complete transaction
** A confirmation SMS will be sent to you and the receiver
** You will also receive an update on your m-pesa wallet
How to deposit cash at an m-pesa shop :
** To deposit money into your m-pesa wallet at an m-pesa shop dial *111#
** Select m-pesa on the menu and enter your m-pesa PIN
** Select “Deposit in store”
** Your ONE TIME PIN will then be displayed and sent via SMS. Give this ONE TIME PIN and your money to the cashier
** You will receive a confirmation SMS for a successful transaction
** You will also receive an SMS with an update on your m-pesa wallet
How to deposit with an m-pesa voucher :
** To deposit money with an m-pesa voucher dial *111#
** Select m-pesa on the menu and enter your m-pesa PIN
** Select “Deposit with voucher”
** Enter the 12-digit voucher number
** You will receive a confirmation SMS for a successful transaction
** You will also receive an SMS with an update on your m-pesa wallet