New Change to KRA Tax Filling 2027 Deadline and Steps
The New Change to KRA Tax filling moves the individual deadline to April 30, 2027. Learn the new web-based form, pre-populated returns and how to file.
The New Change to KRA Tax filling will reshape how Kenyans submit their annual income tax returns from January 2027. Under the Finance Act 2026, the Kenya Revenue Authority is moving the individual deadline from June 30 to April 30.
Returns for the 2026 income year are therefore due by April 30, 2027. Here is what individual taxpayers need to know, and how to prepare.
Why KRA Is Making the Change
The shift spreads filing traffic across two deadlines, April for individuals and June for companies. Reports indicate the new web-based platform is designed to prevent system overload during peak periods.
Pre-populated returns should also cut data entry and reduce errors for salaried Kenyans. The reform signals KRA’s push toward a simpler, more digital tax experience.
Change to KRA Tax Filing Deadline
Individual taxpayers must now file by the last day of the fourth month after the income year ends. Companies, partnerships and trusts keep their June 30 deadline, so non-individual filers face no change.
Late filing attracts a penalty of KSh 2,000 or 5 percent of tax due, whichever is higher, for individuals. Companies pay KSh 20,000 or 5 percent of tax due. Mark April 30, 2027 on your calendar now.
Change to KRA Tax Filing Requirements and Form
KRA is retiring the Excel file download and introducing a web-based change to KRA tax filing form that runs directly in the browser. The authority will also generate a pre-populated return by January 31, 2027. It draws on eTIMS records, PAYE and P9 data, withholding certificates and customs entries.
Taxpayers then have 60 days, across February and March, to review the draft. You may accept, amend or reject it. Silence counts as deemed acceptance, and KRA will finalise the assessment using its own draft.
How to File Your KRA Returns Step by Step
- Open the KRA portal and complete your KRA login with your KRA PIN and password.
- Go to the KRA iTax dashboard and review the pre-populated return waiting for you.
- Check each figure against your payslips, P9 forms and eTIMS receipts.
- Accept the draft, or amend entries and add any allowable expenses.
- Submit the return and download the acknowledgement receipt for your records.
- Pay any balance through the payment options on the portal before April 30.
Taxpayers without income can still file nil returns through iTax, USSD or the KRA M-Service app.
Update Your Details Before Filing
Updating your profile early prevents last-minute delays. To change KRA iTax password, use the password reset option on the login page. To change KRA PIN details or your KRA tax obligation, sign in and look for the registered particulars section.
Submit the update request and wait for confirmation before you file. Complete these updates in January, before your draft return arrives.
Where to Get Help
Taxpayers can also file through USSD by dialling 2225#. KRA’s virtual assistant, Shuru, answers questions on WhatsApp at 0711 099 999. For in-person support, visit the Times Tower offices on Haile Selassie Avenue, or Sameer Business Park along Mombasa Road. These Kenya Revenue Authority contacts are useful if your account needs urgent attention.
Final Word
Early preparation is the clearest benefit of the New Change to KRA Tax filling. Taxpayers who confirm their details, gather records and respond within the 60-day window will avoid penalties. Plan ahead, file early and keep your records organised.
