How to Write an Objection Letter to KRA | Step-By-Step Guide + Sample Letter
Writing an objection letter to KRA is an intricate matter. Your objection can be dismissed for simple mistakes, such as missing the deadline, failing to include all the required information, or lodging an invalid objection. Why go to the trouble of filing an objection only for it to be rejected for avoidable mistakes? In this […]
Step-by-Step Guide For KRA Appeal Application
It’s no secret that tax authorities like the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) are feared by taxpayers. Most individuals and businesses quiver a little when they receive random emails and formal letters from KRA. What if it’s a compliance issue? Or maybe they have imposed a penalty or interest on your taxpayer account. Disagreeing with KRA […]
Procedure of Objection to a Tax Decision in Kenya
Kenyan taxpayers have a complicated relationship with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and for good reasons. The relationship is largely smooth when no tax compliance issues arise. However, the same relationship can be filled with fear, anxiety, and resentment, especially when KRA audits and assessments arise. We’ve talked extensively about KRA audits and assessments, what […]
How a KRA Tax Agent Can Help You Avoid Penalties
How a KRA Tax Agent Can Help You Avoid Penalties: Step-by-Step Guide Have you ever been hit with a KRA penalty out of the blue and had no idea what the issue was? When I was still a student, I got hit with a hefty penalty, communicated via email. I always filed my returns on […]
KRA Tax Agent vs Tax Consultant
Kenya is a growing economy and one of the top investment hubs in Africa. As the economy diversifies, the Kenya Revenue Authority has changed the tax laws considerably to accommodate emerging tax needs and enhance revenue collection. The changing tax environment has introduced new challenges to taxpayers of all sizes, including individuals and businesses. Keeping […]
Top 5 Mistakes Businesses Make When Filing Taxes
When businesses prepare and file their taxes without a KRA agent, they believe it’s a great way to save money. However, like most business owners soon discover, it is a costly mistake, especially when avoidable errors result in hefty penalties and compliance issues. It’s no secret that hiring a tax agent requires a considerable budget, […]
Why You Need a Licensed KRA Tax Agent for Compliance in Kenya
Doing your taxes right and on time is key to maintaining compliance. While doing your own taxes is allowed and acceptable by KRA, thousands of Kenyan taxpayers prefer working with a licensed tax agent. Tax agents are professionals with years of experience handling client taxes, including filing returns, registering for KRA PINs, filing objections following […]
How to Handle a KRA Tax Audit in Kenya
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) uses the self-assessment tax system, where taxpayers are allowed to calculate their taxes and file returns accordingly. The tax authority trusts individuals and businesses to declare their revenue and “give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar.” This is a huge responsibility placed on the taxpayer. It also tests their integrity […]
Sample of a Memorandum of Appeal in a Tax Case
Sample of a Memorandum of Appeal in a Tax Case Looking for an MOA sample for a tax case? Here’s a brief sample: ——————————————————————————————————————— REPUBLIC OF KENYA THE TAX APPEALS TRIBUNAL AT NAIROBI APPEAL NO………OF 20…. SKYFONT ENTERPRISES LIMITED APPELLANT Versus COMMISSIONER OF REVENUE, KRA RESPONDENT MEMORANDUM OF APPEAL The Appellant, Skyfont Enterprises, is aggrieved […]
How To Write a Memorandum of Appeal in a Tax Case
Legal processes follow specific guidelines and rules that must be followed. Failure to follow these requirements can have your tax case dismissed, which will not be in your favor. These guidelines include mandatory documents required to appeal, whether to the High Court, Court of Appeal, or the Tax Appeals Tribunal (TAT). One such document is […]
