One can pay for parking in Mombasa through the USSD code *282#, which allows you to pay your parking fees using M-PESA. Alternatively, you can visit the Mombasa County eServices portal and pay online after registering for an account.
You can also use the M-PESA Lipa Na MPESA 1Tap card at designated KAPS locations. This payment methods also applies in towns like Mombasa Old town, Shanzu, Nyali and Diani.
Ways to Pay for Mombasa Parking via the USSD Method *282#
- Dial *282# on your mobile phone.
- Select “Parking Services” from the menu.
- Choose the type of parking (e.g., Daily Parking, Seasonal Parking, Penalty).
- Enter your vehicle registration number (e.g., KDU 123J).
- Select the parking zone or area where you are parked.
- Choose parking duration (e.g., 1 hour, full day).
- Confirm amount to be paid.
- Authorize payment via M-PESA – you’ll receive a payment prompt (STK push) on your phone.
- Enter your M-PESA PIN to complete the payment.
- Receive an SMS confirmation showing successful payment.
Procedure for Online Payment in Mombasa Through the County eServices Portal.
- Go to https://eservices.mombasa.go.ke.
- Click “Register” (first-time users) and enter the National ID or Business Registration Number, Phone number and email address
- Create a password
- Log in with your credentials.
- On the dashboard, select “Parking Services.”
- Click on the appropriate service (e.g., Daily Parking, Monthly Parking).
- Enter your vehicle details (plate number, type of vehicle).
- Choose your parking zone and duration.
- Select a payment method (e.g., M-PESA, debit/credit card).
- Make the payment by following the on-screen instructions.
- Download or print the receipt for your records.
Steps to Pay Mombasa Parking via M-PESA 1Tap Card – At KAPS (Kenya Automated Parking Systems) Locations
- Visit a Safaricom shop or KAPS outlet to get an M-PESA 1Tap card, wristband or phone tag.
- Link the card to your M-PESA account.
- Dial *234#, select M-PESA 1Tap, and follow prompts to activate.
- Top up the card using M-PESA.
- Drive to a KAPS-enabled parking lot in Mombasa.
- At the entrance/exit, tap your 1Tap card at the payment terminal.
- System reads your card and deducts the parking fee automatically.
- Barrier opens, and you're good to go!
- You receive a confirmation SMS from M-PESA showing the deducted amount.
For the fastest and most efficient method, use the USSD code *282# to do your parking payments. Always keep receipts to show proof of payments.