Paying for parking in Laikipia County has become more seamless and convenient thanks to the County Government’s efforts to integrate technology into service delivery. Whether you’re parking in Nanyuki, Nyahururu, Rumuruti, Kinamba, or Marmanet, the county offers several payment methods designed to make your experience faster and more efficient. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the different ways you can pay for parking in Laikipia County.
1. Pay Via USSD
One of the easiest ways to pay for parking in Laikipia County is by using the USSD system. Follow these simple steps to complete your payment:
- *Dial 861# on your mobile phone to access the registration menu.
- Enter your full name as it appears on your identification documents.
- Provide your identification number for verification.
- Once registered, navigate through the menu and select “Parking” as the service.
- Choose your parking zone: Nanyuki, Nyahururu, Rumuruti, Kinamba, or Marmanet.
- Select your vehicle type (e.g., Personal/Small Vehicle).
- Enter the vehicle’s number plate accurately.
- Choose your Safaricom number for payment.
- Review your information and confirm its accuracy.
- A pop-up will appear from your phone’s SIM Toolkit; input your M-PESA PIN to authorize the payment.
- You will receive a confirmation from both M-PESA and Laikipia Pay once the payment is processed.
2. Pay Via M-PESA PayBill
For users familiar with the M-PESA PayBill service, this is another convenient option. Here’s how to pay:
- Once you’ve been issued an invoice, go to your M-PESA menu and select “PayBill.”
- Enter the business number: 313131.
- Use your invoice number as the account number, which must include the initials of your parking zone and the vehicle’s number plate. For example, if paying for parking in Nanyuki, the format should be “NYK NUMBER PLATE.”
- Parking Zone Initials:
- Nanyuki: NYK
- Nyahururu: NYH
- Rumuruti: RMT
- Kinamba: KNB
- Marmanet: MRT
- Parking Zone Initials:
- Input the amount indicated on your invoice.
- Enter your M-PESA PIN to complete the transaction.
- A confirmation message will be sent from both M-PESA and Laikipia Pay verifying the successful payment.
3. Pay Online Using Laikipia Pay
Laikipia Pay is a web and app-based service platform that allows users to pay for county services, including parking fees. Here’s a step-by-step guide to using Laikipia Pay:
- Visit laikipiapay.com on your web browser or download the Laikipia Pay app from the Google Play Store or Apple Store.
- Register by providing your details and confirm your account using the SMS OTP sent to your phone.
- Log in using your ID number and password.
- Click on “Street Parking” to access the available parking options:
- Daily Parking: Input vehicle type, registration number, and parking zone.
- Seasonal Parking: Choose vehicle type, number plate, parking duration (usually 1 month), parking zone, and start date.
- Reserved Parking: Similar to seasonal parking, fill in the required information.
- Select “Pay Now” to initiate the payment process.
- A prompt from M-PESA will appear requesting your M-PESA PIN.
- Once the payment is confirmed, you will receive an M-PESA message as well as an update on your Laikipia Pay account.
Laikipia County Street Parking Charges
Below is a breakdown of the parking fees in Laikipia County:
Daily Charges:
- Saloon/Pickup: Ksh 50
- OmniBus/Omni Truck: Ksh 100
- Bus/Transport Truck: Ksh 100
- Truck with Trailer: Ksh 300
- Petroleum Tankers Truck: Ksh 400
- Petroleum Tankers Truck with Trailer: Ksh 500
Monthly Charges:
- Saloon/Pickup: Ksh 1,000
- OmniBus/Omni Truck: Ksh 2,000
- Bus/Transport Truck: Ksh 3,000
- Truck with Trailer: Ksh 4,000
- Petroleum Tankers Truck: Ksh 4,000
- Petroleum Tankers Truck with Trailer: Ksh 5,000
Reserved Parking/Annual Charges:
- Saloon/Pickup: Ksh 50,000
- OmniBus/Omni Truck: Ksh 70,000
- Bus/Transport Truck: Ksh 70,000
- Truck with Trailer: Ksh 100,000
- Petroleum Tankers: Ksh 120,000
Penalties for Late Payment
If you miss the monthly payment deadline (10th of each month), the following penalties apply:
- 14 Passengers: Ksh 900
- Minibus: Ksh 1,500
- Bus: Ksh 2,500
- Motorcycle: Ksh 200
- Tuk Tuk: Ksh 200
- Taxis: Ksh 300
Contact Information
If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, you can contact Laikipia County’s customer support through the following channels:
- Phone: 0757 701850
- Email: Icrb@laikipia.go.ke
Conclusion
Laikipia County has embraced digital payment solutions, making it easier and faster for residents and visitors to pay for parking. Whether you prefer using USSD, M-PESA PayBill, or the Laikipia Pay platform, you can conveniently settle your parking fees and avoid penalties for late payments. With these options, parking management in Laikipia is more efficient and user-friendly than ever before.
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