How to Resolve KRA Disputes Without Stress- A Complete Guide
How to Resolve KRA Disputes Without Stress- A Complete Guide : We rarely encounter a taxpayer who is calm, composed, and positive when dealing with a KRA tax dispute. Most taxpayers are anxious and stressed, whether it’s a sudden tax assessment, a notice to audit, or a demand letter. Taxpayers associate KRA tax disputes with […]
Comprehensive Tax Advisory Services in Kenya
Why do individuals and businesses need tax advisory services? In an ideal world, a taxpayer should only shoulder the appropriate tax burden, no more, no less. But that is not what happens. The Kenyan tax regime is always evolving. Taxpayers who keep up with these changes don’t struggle with tax compliance. However, not many taxpayers […]
Top Strategies to Win Your KRA Tax Appeal Case
Tax disputes between KRA and taxpayers are common than you may think. These disputes arise from various factors, such as additional assessments, disagreements over VAT input claims, disallowed expenses, transfer pricing differences in cross-border tax, and unfair penalties. Most individuals and businesses are aware of the Kenyan legal provisions that allow them to challenge KRA […]
Top Mistakes Businesses Make When Filing KRA Objections
Tax objections promote democracy in tax administration by fostering accountability, transparency, and fairness. They protect the taxpayer’s rights against the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the state. Above all, objections serve as a much-needed check and balance, giving citizens a voice and the means to dispute the power yielded by the government. Despite this protection […]
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Digital Services Tax Returns in Kenya
When Kenya introduced the Digital Services Tax (DST) in 2021, there was a lot of debate and concerns over the new tax regime. The fuss emanated from fears of double taxation, disagreements over taxing international companies, and a negative effect on the local digital economy. While some of these concerns remain, DST was revised and […]
How to Handle Tax Objections in Kenya
Taxpayers in Kenya have a real fear when it comes to receiving random tax decisions from KRA. You’ll be carrying on your business as usual, paying your taxes religiously, only to receive a notice from KRA. It’s scary because you might do everything right and produce supporting documents, only for the case to be dismissed […]
Monthly Rental Income Tax in Kenya
Should every landlord pay rental income tax to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)? This is one of the frequently asked questions about the monthly rental income tax regime in Kenya. Tax compliance is important to every taxpayer, including landlords and residential property owners. Landlords who pay taxes correctly avoid severe penalties, maintain a credible reputation […]
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 […]
