✅ How to File Your KRA Returns Online in Kenya (2025 Guide)

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🇰🇪 What Are KRA Returns?

Every Kenyan with a KRA PIN is required to file their tax returns every year, whether employed, self-employed, or unemployed. Failure to do so results in a KES 2,000 penalty from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

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🗓️ Deadline to File Returns

The official deadline is 30th June every year.

> Example: For income earned in 2024, you file returns by 30th June 2025.

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📋 Who Should File Returns?

✅ Employed individuals (PAYE returns)

✅ Self-employed individuals (income tax)

✅ Unemployed or students (Nil returns)

✅ Anyone with an active KRA PIN

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💻 How to File Your KRA Returns on iTax (Step-by-Step)

✅ Step 1: Log in to the iTax Portal

Visit 👉 https://itax.kra.go.ke

Enter your KRA PIN and password

Request and enter the OTP sent to your email or phone

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✅ Step 2: Select the Right Return

On the dashboard, click “File Returns”

Choose the right return:

Income Tax – Resident Individual (employed or business)

Income Tax – Nil Return (no income)

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✅ Step 3: Fill the Form

For employed: Use P9 Form from your employer to fill out details

For Nil: Just confirm the year, tick no income, and submit

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✅ Step 4: Submit and Download Acknowledgment

Click Submit once you're done

Download your acknowledgment receipt for records

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❗ What If I Miss the Deadline?

A penalty of KES 2,000 applies automatically for late returns. Always file early — even if you have no income.

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📱 Bonus Tip: Can You File Returns on Phone?

Yes! The KRA iTax portal works on mobile browsers like Chrome and Opera. Just make sure you have:

A stable internet connection

Your PIN and password ready

A scanned or digital P9 form (if employed)

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🔐 How to Reset iTax Password

Forgot your password?

Click “Forgot Password” on the iTax login page

Enter your KRA PIN

An OTP will be sent to your registered email

Set a new password and log in

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🧠 Summary

Task Status

File returns before June 30 ✅

Use iTax portal ✅

File Nil if no income ✅

Save receipt ✅

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📌 Final Thoughts

Filing your returns is not only a civic duty, but also a way to avoid unnecessary fines. Whether you’re employed, hustling, or jobless, always file on time.

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