Yes, it is mandatory, this is a requirement by the Central Bank of Kenya for all RTGS payments.
There is a drop down to choose the purpose from if you are processing using online banking and Mfukoni, the system will then generate the code for the transaction as per your selection.
You can find the closest that relates to the transaction, the Central Bank released an initial list which might be reviewed later to accommodate additional purpose of payment codes
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To apply for SBM Platinum Saver Account, visit any SBM (K) Branch to fill in an account opening form with the following:
The recommended account opening balance is KES. 100,000. We however encourage customers to take up the solution by depositing any amount and grow their balances to Kes.100,000 or more to enjoy the 11% p.a interest.
You will earn an interest of 4% p.a until such a time when your balances will get to Kes 100,000 threshold or more.
The minimum operating balance is KES 100,000.00.
Your account will earn an interest of 4% for all the days within the month of breach and will be tracked for a period of 90 days. The 11% interest rate will resume in the new month post the 90 day breach period provided account balance is maintained at KES. 100,000 and above.
The Platinum Saver account is open to individual and business customers.