Search Results for: PAYE
GUIDELINES TO TAXPAYERS ON RE-ACTIVATION OF DEREGISTERED/CANCELLED VAT OBLIGATIONS
(Public Notices) 08/06/2021
Kenya Revenue Authority will deregister/cancel the VAT obligations of 66,269 taxpayers who were perennial non-filers and nil-filers effective 10th June 2021. The cancellation will be done pursuant to ...
KRA embraces digital platforms and urges taxpayers to file tax returns ahead of deadline
(Press Release) 11/04/2021
... online through the iTax platform on or before 30th June 2021. The iTax portal can be accessed through https://itax.kra.go.ke. KRA encourages taxpayers to file their returns early in order to avoid the ...
Unpacking the new PAYE tax rates
(Blog) 08/02/2021
... or KShs. 16,896 to KShs. 28,800 per annum respectively. The following PAYE tax bands took effect on 1st April 2020 for taxation of employment income earned between April and December 2020: PAYE Tax ...
Voluntary Disclosure Programme will Enhance Compliance, Build Trust amongst Taxpayers
(Blog) 14/08/2020
... Programme (VDP) is a confidential programme where when a taxpayer discloses tax liabilities that were previously undisclosed to the Commissioner, the taxpayer will be granted relief of penalties and interest ...
Tax Amendments aimed at cushioning Taxpayers from effects of COVID-19 Pandemic
(Blog) 14/08/2020
The year 2020 has seen major amendments in the law. Most of the changes are aimed at cushioning taxpayers from the detrimental effects of Covid-19. The Finance Act 2020 was passed by the National Assembly ...
Taxpayers urged to submit views on the new e-commerce tax
(Press Release) 10/08/2020
Taxpayers have been called to give their views to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) on the newly introduced Digital Service Tax (DST). KRA has invited the e-commerce sector players, tax professionals ...
New PAYE rates apply to all benefits and emoluments earned in April
(Press Release) 07/05/2020
As the deadline for filing of April Pay as You Earn (PAYE) returns nears, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) would like to remind all employers that the new PAYE rates shall apply as stipulated in the Tax ...
KRA assures taxpayers of support as country faces global health challenge
(Press Release) 07/04/2020
In line with the Presidential directive to mitigate the effects of COVID – 19 to the Kenyan economy through; Reduction of Personal Income Tax top rate (PAYE) from 30% to 25% 100 % Tax Relief ...
Implementation of the Unified Payroll Return (PAYE/NSSF)
(Public Notices) 31/03/2020
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) informs the public that a unified payroll return has been developed for joint declaration and payment of Pay As You Earn (PAYE) ...
Taxpayers encouraged to access KRA services online
(Press Release) 17/03/2020
... taxpayers are encouraged to access KRA services through the online platforms. All Domestic Taxes Services can be accessed through https://itax.kra.go.ke/KRA-Portal/ while Customs related services can ...
KRA warns taxpayers against VAT fraud
(Press Release) 11/03/2020
... The Commissioner said that Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) had recently noted an emerging trend where VAT registered taxpayers are reducing their tax liability through falsified input VAT claims in contravention ...
CS Yattani Urges Citizens to be Compliant Taxpayers
(Press Release) 07/10/2019
... Authority (KRA) head office, Times Tower, during the launch of the 2019 Taxpayers’ Month, said the country depends on its diligent tax compliant citizens for sustainability of economic growth. “It is ...
KRA reassures taxpayers of smooth transition from turnover to presumptive tax
(Press Release) 27/12/2018
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) would like to reassure taxpayers of maximum support before and after the roll-out of presumptive tax set to be implemented on 1st January, 2019. So far, KRA has conducted ...
REMARKS BY THE COMMISSIONER GENERAL DURING THE TAXPAYER?S DAY
(Speeches) 31/10/2018
... presence here to preside over this significant activity in our National Calendar, when we recognize and reward distinguished taxpayers from various sectors of the economy. Your Excellency Sir, You ...
SPEECH BY THE KRA BOARD CHAIR DURING THE TAXPAYER?S DAY
(Speeches) 30/10/2018
... General and Senior Management of the Kenya Revenue Authority. Distinguished Private Sector represented here today. Our Distinguished Taxpayers, Your Excellency Sir, I join the KRA Commissioner ...
KRA to honour taxpayers during Taxpayers' Day
(Press Release) 30/10/2018
KRA will today, Wednesday 31st October, 2018 host the Annual Taxpayers' Day and Luncheon at The Kenya International Convention Centre, Nairobi. The event is organised every year to honour distinguished ...
REMARKS BY COMMISSIONER GENERAL AT 2018 TAXPAYERS MONTH LAUNCH
(Speeches) 01/10/2018
Ladies & Gentlemen I am pleased to welcome you to the launch of the 2018 Taxpayers Month activities. The hosting of the annual Taxpayers Month is meant to celebrate the taxpaying public. who contribute ...
SPEECH BY THE KRA CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD DURING THE LAUNCH OF THE TAXPAYERS' MONTH
(Speeches) 01/10/2018
... Treasury, this is a great day as we launch the 13 Taxpayer's Month to celebrate the role that taxpayers play in the development of this country. Honourable Cabinet Secretary let me first thank our taxpayers ...
(Speeches) 01/10/2018
... and Staff of Kenya Revenue Authority, Distinguished Taxpayers, Ladies and Gentlemen I feel very honoured to preside over the launch of this year?s Taxpayers Month (TPM). I take this opportunity ...
(Glossary) 30/08/2018
A person liable for tax under a tax law whether or not they have accrued any tax liability in a tax period.
