How To File KRA Returns In Kenya 2022
KRA has made it easy to file returns in Kenya by offering the online i-tax portal. Below we guide you on how to file kra returns in Kenya. Are you a civil servant, business person, self-employed, a student, or any other Kenyan citizen, we help you file your kra returns or troubleshoot any kra issue at a small fee. Get your kra filled for you today.
To File Your KRA Returns Online, You Need The Following Requirements:
- Your KRA pin number
- P9 form
- Your Itax account passcode
How To File KRA Returns Online In Kenya By Yourself
Time needed: 5 minutes
We advise that you let us professionally file your kra returns to avoid penalties and errors with kra, however, if you’re good with filling by yourself, the below step-by-step guide shall help you.
- Open the KRA iTax portal online
Visit and open the KRA web portal online.
- Log in to your iTax account
Using your log-ins you’ll be able to access your iTax account.
- Access the iTax portal dashboard
For the employed, go to filing KRA returns using the P9 form.
- Open ‘Returns’
Select the ‘file returns’ tab.
- Choose Tax duty
Select the income tax-resident individual option and move to the next step.
- Download the Excel ITRI (Income Tax Resident Individual) form
Download this zipped excel file using the link given
- Open the Zipped folder
Open the file relatively easily.
- Fill in the appropriate details
In the spaces provided, add the required details respectively i.eyour basic information and detail, PAYE tax deduction details, income detail, and personal relief as shown on your KRA P9 form.
- Validation
Once you’ve confirmed that your P9 and Excel sheet details match, hit the validate button to receive a ready file for upload.
- Upload the ITRI form
Upload the excel form and click the submit button to finish your process if you agree with the set terms.
- Download acknowledgment receipt
Eventually, the KRA will generate a return receipt that you will download and keep for reference.
How do teachers file KRA returns in Kenya?
A teacher is under the ’employed category’ in the country. Their source of income is certain. Therefore, for a teacher in Kenya to file their returns, they will require a P9 form to complete the whole process. Ranging from primary to secondary school teachers, all the teachers are required to file their tax returns before the deadline comes i.e 30th June every year.
The KRA pin number is given to you during the registration of your KRA certificate. After registration, check your email account for your KRA pin as well as your ITax login password. The P9 forms were re-acquired from the employer i.e. The Kenya Tsc. This form has been made available for download for all employees on the TSC portal by the Teachers Service Commission. Failure to file your tax returns before the deadline will drag you to 5%- 20% of the tax payable for that year.
How to download the P9 form- Step by step
- Step 1 – Click the link provided on the TSC payslip portal to select whether you should download it from excel or ODS.At this step, I’ll recommend you to go for the excel document for a more simplified procedure.
- Step 2 – Click on the zipped excel file in your file manager/explorer to unzip it.
- Step 3 – As soon as the document opens in your Excel sheet, fill the spaces provided with the appropriate data i.e : ✓ Basic personal information ✓ Income values ( Employment income) ✓ Pay As You Earn deductions ✓ Tax payments
- Step 4 – After filling in the required data on the form, save the p9 document to your PC or phone and go back to the page. Identify the time span or period you’re filing for.
- Step 5 – As soon as you’re done with the above steps, you’ll be required to submit/upload the zip file and a duly filled iTax returns form.
- Step 6 – Hit the ‘Submit’ button to agree and confirm the terms and conditions
- Step 7 – Following the above step, you’ll be prompted to submit the document. Click ‘Ok’ to upload this document.
- Step 8 – A system-generated confirmation e-Return receipt shall be received and downloaded.
- Step 9 – It’s advisable that teachers should download the e-Return acknowledgment receipt for future records and references as well.
KRA TAX RETURNS PENALTIES
| KRA TAX RETURNS TYPE | KRA PENALTY |
| KRA Nill Returns | 2,000 shillings penalty |
| KRA Business Returns | 20,000 shillings penalty |
KRA Tax Returns Filling Dates
| KRA TAX RETURNS TYPE | KRA TAX RETURNS FILING DATE |
| Kra Nill Returns | 1st Jan to 30th June of the following year. |
| KRA VAT Returns | 1st Jan to 30th June of the following year. |
| KRA Business Returns | 1st Jan to 30th June of the following year. |
| KRA PAYE TAX RETURNS | 1st Jan to 30th June of the following year. |
| Other KRA TAX RETURNS | 1st Jan to 30th June of the following year. |
KRA ONLINE PORTAL RETURNS HELP CONTACTS
Facing issues when filling your kra returns online? To get professional help, use the contacts below;
| [email protected] | |
| Box Adress | 8232 – 00100 GPO, NAIROBI |
| Watsapp | 0745942749 (start text with ‘kra help’) |
Frequently Asked Questions About KRA Tax Filing
Each Kenyan registered taxpayer with a KRA pin obtained from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) must file tax returns every financial year. Those without a business or gainful employment have to file nill KRA tax returns.
You can file your Individual Income Tax Returns for a particular year of income, anytime between 1st January to 30th June of the following year.
If you fail to file your kra returns at the end of a financial year in Kenya, you shall be charged a 2,000 shillings penalty fee for nill returns and 20,000 shillings for kra business tax returns.
Kra tax returns online portal is open for tax returns filling online from 1st Jan to 30th June of the following year.
Kra tax returns portal shall be open from 1st Jan to 30th June of the following year.
To file kra returns on your phone, fill in the above kra returns filling online service and follow the prompts to have one of our agents file your kra returns online now.
To file kra returns on your phone, fill in the above kra returns filling online service and follow the prompts to have one of our agents file your kra returns online now.
To file kra returns on your phone, fill in the above kra returns filling online service and follow the prompts to have one of our agents file your kra returns online now.
Students in Kenya have to file kra nill returns at the end of a financial year. We help students file their kra returns online here.
If you fail to file your kra nill returns at the end of a financial year in Kenya, you shall be charged a 2,000 shillings penalty fee.
If not employed, you have to file kra nill returns every financial year. We help you file your kra returns here.
Yes, students in Kenya have to file kra nill returns at the end of a financial year. We help students file their kra returns online here.
