Every Kenyan with a Personal Identification Number (PIN) obtained from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) must fill out tax returns(KRA Returns) every financial year. Kenyan citizens and residents are required by law to declare their income tax returns to the KRA by the 30th of June every year.
The iTax online platform has eased taxpayers to meet their tax-based obligations. It is designed to accept the various types of Returns such as Income tax related to the resident individual, corporate, partnership, and indirect tax such as VAT and Excise. Based on your tax obligation, you need to choose the right type of tax return and file.
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Filing your Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) nil returns has now easier. This is because KRA has a portal that enables you to file returns in the shortest time possible. There is no need to visit a Cyber cafe to file your returns or stay in long queues at Huduma Centres, you could do it yourself at the convenience of any internet-enabled device.
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Requirements to fill Tax Returns
- KRA PIN
- KRA Password
- Basic information – employment income, details of PAYE deducted, etc
How do I file Individual KRA Returns?
1. On your browse visit the iTax filling portal.
2. Log in to the iTax portal using your KRA PIN and password.
3. Select ‘Return‘ from the navigation menu and click File Returns.
4. Select your tax obligation then click Next.
5. Download the tax returns form in Excel or ODS format and Unzip it.
6. Once the excel sheet is opened, fill in the tabs about basic information, employment income, details of the PAYE deducted, and tax computation.
7. Click on the Validate button to validate the data.
8. Upload the Excel sheet and click on the Submit button.
9. Lastly, download the KRA returns Acknowledgement Receipt.
How do I file my KRA NIL Return Online?
As long as you are a Kenyan Citizen above the age of 18 years with a KRA PIN, you are supposed to file your annual returns. Filing of Nil Returns is for taxpayers who do not have any source of income. Speaking of the source of income means that the taxpayer does not have Business Income, Rental Income, or Employment Income.
- Go to KRA iTax portal.
- Enter your KRA PIN and password.
- Go to the Return menu and select File Nil Return.
- Select your type of taxation and tax obligation.
- Enter your KRA PIN.
- Enter your details and the return period.
- Complete them and then Submit them.
- Download the KRA returns Acknowledgement Receipt.
What is the penalty for not filing NIL return?
The penalty for not filing NIL Returns is 10% of the tax involved, up to a maximum of Ksh. 1 million.