Learn About Compliance
What is Tax Compliance Certificate?
A TCC, otherwise known as a Tax Clearance Certificate is an official document issued by KRA, as proof of having filed and paid all your taxes.
KRA issues Tax Compliance Certificates because it is a requirement when, among others:
- Applying for a job. For jobs however, a TCC is required upon being offered the job.
- Applying for a government tender
- Applying for renewal of Work Permit
- Applying for clearing and forwarding agents license
- Seeking license to operate a Liquor Store
- One wants to confirm their compliance status
Tax Compliance Validity
Tax Compliance Certificates are valid for twelve months only.
Application for a TCC is done through iTax platform and the certificate is sent to applicants' email address.
You can now check if your Tax Compliance Certificate is valid using the new KRA M-Service App.
Applying for a Compliance Certificate
Taxpayers seeking Tax Compliance Certificate must be compliant in:
- Filing of tax returns on or before the due date for all applicable tax obligations.
- Payment of tax on or before the due date.
- Clearance of all outstanding tax debt.
Enhanced Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC)
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has enhanced the Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) application process to include compliance with eTIMS/TIMS for non-individual entities and individuals with income other than employment income.
Key things to know:
- Taxpayers seeking a TCC must be compliant with eTIMS/TIMS registration for persons in business.
- File tax returns on or before the due date for all applicable tax obligations.
- Make payment of tax on or before the due date.
- Settle all outstanding tax liability and or apply for a payment plan, which, upon approval, enables the taxpayer to continue with the self-service process of TCC application.
- Be VAT compliant (including VAT Special Table status).
- Taxpayers can apply for a TCC through the iTax platform.
- They can check the validity of a TCC using the Certificate Checker on https://itax.kra.go.ke/KRA-Portal/
How to Apply for a Tax Compliance Certificate
Would you like to get a Tax Compliance Certificate?
Watch our tutorial on how to apply for it and visit iTax to make the application.
