📌 Introduction: Struggling With Excess Input VAT? Do you regularly make purchases and pay VAT, but your sales are zero-rated or exempt?Or maybe you made an overpayment or amended a return? 👉 If so, you may be eligible for a VAT refund from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). But there’s a catch — the process […]

📌 Introduction: The Most Misunderstood Tax in Kenya? When Minimum Tax was introduced in 2020, it caused an uproar. Businesses wondered:“Am I taxed even when I make a loss?” Fast forward to 2025, and many SMEs are still confused about whether Minimum Tax is active, applicable, or repealed. Let’s clear the air in plain, honest

📌 Introduction: What Is Presumptive Tax? If you run a small roadside business, a kiosk, or a mitumba stall, you’ve likely heard about Presumptive Tax. But how does it work in 2025? Do you file a return? How much do you pay? This guide is written for small businesses with a turnover below Ksh 1

📌 Introduction Starting a business in Kenya in 2025? Good news — the process is now more streamlined than ever thanks to the revamped eCitizen portal and the improved iTax integration. Whether you’re launching a side hustle, a consultancy, or a full-blown SME, this step-by-step guide shows you how to: ✅ Register your business on

📌 Introduction: Employed? You Still Need to File a Return Let’s bust one of the biggest tax myths in Kenya — “I have a job, my employer deducts PAYE, so I don’t need to file a return.” 🚫 Wrong. According to Kenyan tax law, every individual with a KRA PIN is required to file a

🏠 Introduction: Renting Property in Kenya? Here’s What You Must Know in 2025 As a landlord in Kenya, tax compliance now involves more than just iTax. In 2024, KRA introduced a new system called eRITS (electronic Rental Income Tax System) — specifically for managing rental tax. This 2025 guide will walk you through everything:☑️ Tax

What Is Tax Compliance in Kenya? This 2025 guide breaks down tax obligations, filing procedures, and KRA regulations for individuals and businesses. Introduction to Tax Compliance in Kenya Tax compliance in Kenya refers to the adherence by individuals and businesses to the legal requirements set out by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) regarding the declaration,

Wondering how PAYE differs from Income Tax in Kenya? This 2025 guide breaks down the differences, who pays what, and how employees and business owners are taxed under the law. 💡 Quick Answer: Let’s break it down. 🧾 What Is PAYE? PAYE (Pay As You Earn) is a monthly tax deduction made by employers from

Missed your KRA return or payment deadline? Learn the official 2025 tax penalties in Kenya for VAT, PAYE, Turnover Tax, Nil returns, and more — including interest, legal backing, and tips to avoid fines. ⚖️ Where Do Tax Penalties Come From? All tax penalties in Kenya are backed by the Tax Procedures Act (Cap. 469B)

This 2025 guide explains how to file Turnover Tax (TOT) in Kenya step-by-step. Learn the current rate, who qualifies, deadlines, penalties, and how to file on iTax using KRA’s official process. 📘 What Is Turnover Tax (TOT)? Turnover Tax (TOT) is a simplified tax for small businesses in Kenya, charged on their gross sales, not