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KRA jobs- How to apply for KRA jobs, online

The Kenya Revenue Authority, KRA, advertises vacancies for new employees who wish to join its great work force, from time to time. Knowing what is required and how to make the applications is very important for KRA prospective employees. The information below, as provided by the tax man, will give you head start;

Job Application Guidelines

Registration:

  1. Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/loginand then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
  2. After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.

Log on:

  1. After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
  2. Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
  3. After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.

Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):

  1. On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ?Candidate Profile?.
  2. Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
  3. Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
  4. The process will end by clicking the tab ‘Overview and Release’.
  5. Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.

Application process:

  1. To view the open job postings, click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
  2. Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
  3. Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
  4. To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
  5. Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
  6. Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
  7. To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.

In case of any challenges, please send your email query to [email protected]

Job Application Guidelines

Registration:

  • Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
  • After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.

Log on:

  • After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
  • Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
  • After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.

Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):

  • On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’.
  • Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
  • Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
  • The process will end by clicking the tab “Overview and Release”.
  • Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.

Application process:

  • To view the open job postings, click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
  • Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
  • Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
  • To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
  • Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
  • Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
  • To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.

In case of any challenges, please send your email query to [email protected]

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KRA tax refund; Requirements and how to apply

Do you need a procedure to be followed when applying for a Kenya Revenue Authority, KRA, tax refund. Well. A KRA tax refund is a reimbursement of excess tax paid in a given period.

What causes a tax refund

Upon filling an individual income tax return, a tax refund may arise from;

  • Insurance policies on life and education that have not been granted relief by the employer on the same,
  • Having a mortgage from a specific financial institution (as listed on the 4th schedule on Income Tax Act), and has not been granted relief by the employer on the same,
  • A resident individual who was not granted personal relief during the year,
  • If tax deducted at source was paid in excess of final liability.

Taxpayers can apply for tax refund within five years from the date in which tax was paid through https://itax.kra.go.ke/KRA-Portal/.

What is required when applying for a Tax Refund?

When applying for a tax refund on Income Tax, there are certain documents required depending on the situation that resulted to the refund. These documents include:

  1. P9 Form for claims relating to excess PAYE deductions,
  2. Insurance policy certificates for claims relating to insurance relief,
  3. Mortgage certificate from a financial institution for claims relating to interest on mortgage,
  4. Withholding tax certificates for claims relating to tax deducted at source.

Kindly ensure the application is accompanied by the relevant supporting documents.
For queries or further assistance, please call us on 0711 099 999 or send us an email through [email protected].

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KRA training opportunities; intake to be done in May, 2019

Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA) is the Kenya Revenue Authority’s premier training school specializing in Tax and Customs Administration, Fiscal Policy and Management. The School is one of the only four World Customs Organization (WCO) accredited Regional Training Centres (RTCs) in Africa.

Apply for the May, 2019, intake through; https://t.co/ea1VaQytCp by 10th May 2019.

KESRA Programmes

Certificate Programmes

Certificate in Tax Administration

Course Requirements

1). KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C- (Minus) with D+ in Mathematics and English

Application Fees

All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-Kenyans) being non-refundable application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
1). Semester 1: 40,500.00
2). Semester 2: 40,000.00
3). Full Fees: 80,500.00
Duration: 6months

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings);
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account);
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

Mode of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)

All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note
it’s non-residential
Attendance.

Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examinations.

Certificate in Customs Administration

Course Requirements

1). KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C- (Minus) with D+ in Mathematics and
English.

Application Fees

All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-Kenyans) being non-refundable application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
1). Semester 1: 40,500.00
2). Semester 2: 40,000.00
3). Full Fees: 80,500.00
Duration: 6months

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings);
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account);
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

Mode of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)

All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note
it’s non-residential
Attendance.

Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examinations.

East Africa Customs Freight Forwarding Practicing Certificate(EACFFPC)

Course Requirements:
1). KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C-

Fee Structure
1). Applicants are required to pay a non–refundable application fee of Kshs.500 and Kshs.
35,000 per semester.

Payment Details
1). Bank: National Bank
Account Name: KIFWA
Account Number: 01020060617001
Branch: Port way, Moi Ave Msa
2). Other fees- FEAFFA Training materials of USD 100 payable to:
Bank: KCB
Account Name: Federation of East African Freight Forwarders Association
Account Number: 1116399997
Branch: Sarit Centre

Mode of study
1). Evenings only

Attendance
1). Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure
to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examination

Diploma Programmes

Diploma in Tax Administration

Course Requirements
1). KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C plain with C- in Mathematics and English.

Application Fees
1). All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-Kenyans) being non-refundable
application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
Duration: 1 year. Semester 1: Ksh. 50,000
Semester 2: Ksh. 50,000
Semester 3: Ksh. 50,000
Full Fees: Ksh.150,000

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings)
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account ($))
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

Mode of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)

1). All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note it’s non-residential

Attendance
1). Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will
not be allowed to register for examinations.

Diploma in Customs Administration

Course Requirements

1). KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C plain with C- in Mathematics and English.

Application Fees
1). All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-Kenyans) being non-refundable
application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
Duration: 1 year. Semester 1: Ksh. 50,000
Semester 2: Ksh. 50,000
Semester 3: Ksh. 50,000
Full Fees: Ksh.150,000

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings)
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account ($))
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)

1). All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note it’s non-residential

Attendance
1). Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examinations.

Diploma in Revenue Administration (with special focus on Counties)

Course Requirements
1). KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C plain with C- in Mathematics and English.

Application Fees
1). All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-Kenyans) being non-refundable
application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
Duration: 1 year. Semester 1: Ksh. 50,000
Semester 2: Ksh. 50,000
Semester 3: Ksh. 50,000
Full Fees: Ksh.150,000

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings)
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account ($))
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

Mode of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)
1). All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note it’s non-residential

Attendance
1). Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examinations.

Post Graduate Diploma Programmes(in partnership with JKUAT)

Post Graduate Diploma in Tax Administration

Course Requirements
1). Bachelor’s Degree (2nd class Honours, Lower Division) in any discipline recognized by the Commission for
University Education (CUE) and an Institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.

Application Fees
1). All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-Kenyans) being non-refundable
application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
Duration: 1 year.
Semester 1: Ksh. 65,000
Semester 2: Ksh. 65,000
Semester 3: Ksh. 65,000
Full Fees: Ksh. 195,000

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings)
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account ($))
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

Mode of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)
1). All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note it’s non-residential

Attendance
1). Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examinations.

Post graduate Diploma in Customs Administration

Course Requirements
1). Bachelor’s Degree (2nd class Honours, Lower Division) in any discipline recognized by the Commission for
University Education (CUE) and an Institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.

Application Fees
1). All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-Kenyans) being non-refundable
application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
Duration: 1 year.
Semester 1: Ksh. 65,000
Semester 2: Ksh. 65,000
Semester 3: Ksh. 65,000
Full Fees: Ksh. 195,000

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings)
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account ($))
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

Mode of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)
1). All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note it’s non-residential

Attendance
1). Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examinations.

Master Programme(in partnership with Moi University)

Masters in Tax and Customs Administration (with specialization in Tax or Customs)

Course Requirements
1). Bachelor’s Degree (2nd class Honours, Lower Division) in a business or related field
from a University recognized by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and an Institution recognized by Moi University Senate.

Application Fees
. All applicants will be required to pay Kshs. 2, 000 (Kenyans) or USD 25 (Non-
Kenyans) being non-refundable application fee as per the bank details below.

Fee Structure
Duration: 2 Years
Semester
1: Kshs. 95,000
Semester
2: Ksh. 80,000
Semester
3: Ksh. 80,000
Semester
4: Ksh. 80,000
Semester
5: Ksh. 80,000
Full Fees: Ksh. 415,000

Payment Details
1). Bank Details (Kenya Shillings)
The National Bank of Kenya A/C01023015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)
2). Bank details (USD Account ($))
The National Bank of Kenya A/C 02020015000900
Branch: Times Tower Branch
Account Name: Kenya school of Revenue Administration (KESRA)

Mode of study (Day, Evening or Saturday)
1). All courses will be conducted at our Mombasa and Nairobi Campuses and please note it’s non-residential

Attendance
1). Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all lectures, seminars and tutorials, failure to which he/she will not be allowed to register for examinations.

KRA Portal

TSC tells teachers to file income tax returns for 2018; procedure for filing income tax returns

The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has asked teachers to file their 2018 income tax returns. Via a circular dated 4th February, 2019 the TSC boss, Dr. Nancy Macharia, says the Commission has uploaded the tax deduction forms (P9 forms) onto their website at https://tsc.go.ke/index.php/online-services/online-payslips

Dr Nancy says teachers and other TSC staff are expected to download the forms from the website and file their returns with the Kenya Revenue Authority, KRA. “All TSC employees are required to file their individual income tax returns online through Kenya Revenue Authority I-tax platform, i.e https://itax.kra.go.ke  by 30th June, 2019,” says the TSC boss.

Last year, a number of Kenyans were fined for failing to declare their returns within the stipulated time frame. All Kenyans with the KRA Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) are expected to file their returns with the tax man. Nonsalaried Kenyans will be expected to file Zero returns. It is important that you file your returns early to avoid the last minute rush and/ or a penalty of KShs. 20,000

TSC staff who may experience problems during the filing process can contact the Commission or seek assistance from KRA service Centres across the country. KRA offers free tax filing services at all Huduma Centres; countrywide.

In case you need to file the returns by yourself, use the procedure in the link below:

Simplified procedure for filing KRA returns, online:
How to reset the KRA I- tax Password in case you forgot it.
KRA Portal

KRA Pay As Your Earn, PAYE, tax- Individual Income Tax Bands and Resident Personal Relief

Employees working in the formal sector are subjected to a monthly Pay As You Earn, PAYE, tax that is deducted from their salaries. The deductions are effected by the employers and sent to the Kenya Revenue Authority, KRA. The amounts of taxes payable depends on the amount of salary earned by the employee. Each employee enjoys a monthly personal relief.

“Kenya Revenue Authority wishes to notify employers, employees and the public of the following changes that were introduced under the Finance Act, 2017 effective 1st January, 2018,” reads a notice by KRA dated 9th January, 2019.

Revised Individual Tax Bands and Rates

According to the circular, the new tax bands and rates are as follows:

Annual Monthly Rates;
a). On the first Kshs. 147,580 Kshs. 12,298 10%
b). On the next Kshs. 139,043 Kshs. 11,587 15%
c). On the next Kshs. 139,043 Kshs. 11,587 20%
d). On the next Kshs. 139,043 Kshs. 11,587 25%
e). On all income over Kshs. 564,709 Kshs. 47,059 30%

Residents’ Personal Relief

The Resident Personal Relief has been increased from Kshs. 15,360 per annum (Kshs. 1,280 per month) to Kshs 16,896 per annum (Kshs. 1,408 per month)

“Employers, employees and other individual taxpayers are advised to implement the above changes while computing the taxes for periods beginning 1st January, 2018,” adds the tax man

KRA also expects the employees to file annual tax returns, online, between January and June each year.

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Details on the KRA tax payers month

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) today launched taxpayers’ month, customer service week and Kenya Revenue Authority Television.

 

The event that was held at KRA Headquarters at the Times Tower building in Nairobi was themed “Leaving No One Behind” and it is meant to celebrate both the taxpayer and the tax collector.

 

Speaking at the function, KRA Commissioner General Githii Mburu stated that the event was designed to honor the self-sacrifice of patriotic taxpayers for their contribution towards the country’s economic development.

 

“It is gratifying to note that over 90 percent of the taxes we collect come through voluntary compliance signifying a positive taxpayer culture by our citizens,” said Mburu.

 

He added that KRA was building structures for tax collection that is friendly and one that can solve disputes. “Our transformation to a customer centric organization remains core to our strategy as we continue to simplify our processes and adopt a friendlier approach in the manner we interact with our taxpayers,” noted Mburu.

 

Mburu hailed the importance of taxpayer education saying it would ensure adequate understanding of the requirement on the importance of tax laws, procedures and systems used by KRA to collect taxes which are available in the digital space and other media.

 

“Tax education remains a key component for us as KRA, enhancing the knowledge of Kenyans will reduce the cost of compliance and deepen our relationship with our taxpayers,” said Mburu.

Also present during the event was KRA Board Chairman Dr. Francis Muthaura who thanked Kenyans for timely payment of taxes.

 

“The role of taxpayers in our economic development cannot be understated. Celebrating our taxpayers therefore through the taxpayers’ month is central to our culture,” stated Dr. Muthaura.

Muthaura said KRA was committed to serve the public and create a conducive environment compliant in the best way possible.

 

“KRA’s journey towards becoming a more customer service oriented organization must be realized soon, it is aimed at transitioning the Kenya Revenue Authority to Kenya Revenue Service,” said Dr.  Muthaura.

 

He added that the transformation will include good customer relationship management and streamlining services to improve accessibility as well as expanding KRA service points to serve proficiently.

 

Dr. Muthaura also launched the web-based television station, Kenya Revenue Authority Television (KRA TV) saying it will make KRA interaction with the taxpayer broader which will go a long way in enhancing awareness in taxation.

 

“The launch of KRA TV, a first in the region will not only enhance tax education for our tax payers but would also enhance compliance,” stated Dr. Muthaura.

 

The Kenya School of Revenue Authority (KESRA) Commissioner Mugambi Mwirigi while making his remarks stated that taxpayers’ month will allow KRA to listen and understand the needs of its customers.

 

“During this month henceforth, we shall work hard to listen more and to do so with an open mind with a view to align ourselves better so that we can support our taxpayers better,” said Mwirigi.

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All that is needed to file your KRA individual, income, tax returns successfully; Your ultimate guide

Are you filing your Kenya Revenue Authority, KRA, individual tax returns and having difficulties? Well, here is your ultimate guide on all that you need in order to file your returns, online, successfully. Filing nil returns is pretty easy as compared to individual income tax declarations. for the latter, there are two categories i.e those having withholding certificates and those without them.

Here is all that you need to know and have in order to file your returns:

  • P9 Form: This is generated by your employer. It is a tax card showing the amounts of tax, relief and gross salary paid by the employer for a particular financial year.
  • Portal for filing your returns: The KRA returns are filed at the iTax Portal that can be accessed by using the link; https://itax.kra.go.ke/KRA-Portal/
  • Login credentials: To access the portal, you must be armed with your KRA PIN and Password. In case you have forgotten your password, it can be reset easily and within few minutes.
  • Procedure for filing individual tax returns: For a simplified procedure for filing individual tax returns, visit:
  1. Simple procedure on how to file 2020 KRA returns, Nil returns, by using your mobile phone’s iTax App
  2. Step by step guide on how to reset your KRA password
  3. P9 form for Public servants from the public service payroll portal https://www.ghris.go.ke/ portal: County and national government employees
  4. TSC P9 Form from Payslips Portal: How to download and use the P9 form for TSC Teachers
  5. How to file 2020 KRA returns online: Simplified procedure.
  • Type of tax obligation: There are three types of individual tax obligations that can be declared. Income Tax Resident Individual is for Kenyans or residents (living in Kenya). On the other hand, Income Tax Non-resident is filed by individuals in respect of any employment with or services rendered to an employer who is resident in Kenya or to a permanent establishment in Kenya. They are not entitled to any personal reliefs. Finally, the third type of individual tax is Income Tax Rental income. This is tax payable by resident persons on residential rental income accrued or derived in Kenya where the rent income is between Kshs. 144,000 (Kshs. 12,000 per month) and Kshs. 10 million per annum.
  • Type of return: The type of return can be either original (if filing for the first time for a particular financial year) or amended (if making subsequent declarations/ corrections to the original return declaration).
  • Return period: This is the year for which a declaration is to be made. It shows the first day of the year/ Return period from (i.e 01/01/2019) and the last day of that particular year/ Return Period to (i.e 31/12/2019).
  • Resident Individual Form(Excel): This is the offline form onto which data is filled. It is downloaded from your iTax portal account. Here is your head start to filling the 2019 form;
SECTION A PART 1:
  1. Personal Identification Number: Your KRA PIN
  2. Type of Return: Original
  • Return Period From: 01/01/2019
  1. Return Period To: 31/12/2019
  2. Do you have any income other than employment income: As Appropriate for your case
  3. Do you have partnership income: As Appropriate for your case
  • Do you have estate trust income?: As Appropriate for your case
  • Has your employer provided you with a car?: NO
  1. Do you have a mortgage?: As Appropriate for your case
  2. Do you have a Home Ownership Savings Plan?: As Appropriate for your case
  3. Do you have a life insurance policy?: As Appropriate for your case
  • Do you have a commercial vehicle?: As Appropriate for your case
  • Do you earn any income from a foreign country?: As Appropriate for your case.
    • Have you been issued with the exemption certificate for disability?: As Appropriate for your case
    1. Do you want to declare Wife’s icome?: As Appropriate for your case (Though easier when each declares separately)
    • SECTION A PART 2: BANK DETAILS:
    1. BANK NAME: As Appropriate for your case
    2. BRANCH NAME: As Appropriate for your case
    • CITY: As Appropriate for your case
    1. ACCOUNT HOLDER’S NAME: As Appropriate for your case
    2. ACCOUNT NUMBER: As Appropriate for your case
    • SECTION A PART 3: DETAILS OF AUDITOR: As Appropriate for your case
    • SECTION A PART 4: LAND LORD DETAILS (SELF): As Appropriate for your case
    • SECTION A PART 5: TENANT DETAILS (SELF): As Appropriate for your case
    • SECTION A PART 5: TENANT DETAILS (WIFE):
  • NB: AVOID PART 3-5 IF NOT APPLICABLE.
    • SECTION A PART 6: DETAILS OF EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE FOR DISABILITY (SELF AND WIFE): As Appropriate for your case
    • SECTION F: DETAILS OF EMPLOYMENT INCOME(SELF & WIFE)
    • PIN OF EMPLOYER: This is the Employer’s tax PIN. It is found on your P9 form. For TSC employees, the PIN is P051098084N
    • NAME OF EMPLOYER: TSC
    • GROSS PAY: (SUBTOTALS + ARREARS as on P9 form)
    • Allowances and benefits from employer (i.e hardship) other than car and housing: As Appropriate for your case

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    • SECTION J: COMPUTATION OF MORTGAGE INTEREST (SELF & WIFE): Avoid if not applicable
    • SECTION M: DETAILS OF PAYE DEDUCTED AT SOURCE FROM SALARY (SELF & WIFE)
    • PIN OF EMPLOYER: P051098084N
    • NAME OF EMPLOYER: TSC
    • TAXABLE SALARY: (SUBTOTALS + ARREARS as on P9 form)
    • TAX PAYABLE ON TAXABLE SALARY: PAY AUTO(PAYE) + RELIEF as in P9 form
    • AMOUNT OF TAX DEDUCTED (PAYE): PAY AUTO(PAYE); as in P9 form
    • AMOUNT OF TAX PAYABLE OR REFUNDED (PAYE): Ensure the Amount of Relief displayed here corresponds to that on your P9 form
    • SECTION Q: DETAILS OF INCOME TAX PAID IN ADVANCE (SELF): As applicable for your case. But mostly not applicable for many if not all. Thus, leave it blank.
    • SECTION T: TAX COMPUTATION:
    • No. 11.1: DEFINED/ PENSION CONTRIBUTION: 00
    • No. 12.6: PERSONAL RELIEF: Enter Total MPR Value as in P9 form.
    • No. 13.4: 00
    • No.: 13.5: 00
    • CLICK ON VALIDATE TAB (Check properly that all fields are entered correctly and that the tax due is zero or close to zero!)
    • You will be prompted to save the sheets. Click on yes. Once validated, the form will be saved in drive c..Location Path: C/user/docs/date….._ITR.zip
  • Version of Office required and how to enable Macros; You must have a Service Pack 2 and above of the Microsoft Office 2007 Program that is being used. You can either get a latest version of Office or simply update the current office 7 program to Service Pack 2 (Check out for the guide). You also must have Macros enabled on your excel program. Read more details here;

    KRA Tax Returns: How to enable Macros in Microsoft Office Excel when filling Individual income tax

  • E-return Acknowledgement Receipt: After successfully filing your returns, and E-slip is automatically generated. A copy is sent to your Email address (the one on you iTax portal) and you can download/ print another one.
  • For enquiries and/ or clarifications, please contact the KRA Customer care desk @:
  1. Phone: : +254 20 4 999 999 or +254 711 099 999;
  2. Email: [email protected]
  3. Official twitter handles:  @KRACare and @KRACorporate
  • Applying for a waiver: You can apply to the KRA so as a certain amount of the imposed penalties can be slashed. This can be done by following the steps below:

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Jobs, KRA Portal

Apply for the open KRA Officers’ posts; Requiring Bachelors Degree

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is the principal revenue collector for the Government of Kenya with the primary goal to deliver Kenya to financial self-sufficiency through effective tax revenue mobilization.

KRA is seeking to recruit Officers.

If you are a self-motivated, dynamic, energetic, results-oriented, creative problem-solver, critical and analytical thinker, innovative, enterprising and a team-player, then this is your chance to join KRA. They will provide you with an opportunity to serve Kenya and assist the Government achieve the Vision 2030 and the Big 4 Agenda.

Minimum requirements:

  • Must be a Bachelor’s degree holder from a recognised University.
In addition, the following will count as an added advantage:
  • Possession of a relevant certification e.g CPA/ACCA, Tax Administration, Customs Administration, e.t.c.
  • Relevant professional qualification/membership.
  • Knowledge of sign language and/or a foreign language e.g. Chinese, Japanese, French, German, etc.

A successful candidate will be of high integrity, moral and ethical standards. He/She will demonstrate desirable personal competencies such as excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili language. He/She must also be proficient in the use of basic computer applications.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to visit the KRA Careers page on their website (https://www.kra.go.ke) and apply online for this position. For any challenges with the online application, kindly contact KRA via email [email protected] or telephone number +254202811000

Note:

  1. Closing date for applications is 19th January, 2020.
  2. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
  3. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  4. KRA is an equal opportunity employer committed to gender and disability mainstreaming. Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.

KRA does not charge any application, processing, interviewing or any other fee in connection with the recruitment or the application process.

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Job Application Guidelines

Registration:
  • Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
  • After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.
Log on:
  • After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
  • Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
  • After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.

Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):

  • On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’.
  • Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
  • Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
  • The process will end by clicking the tab “Overview and Release”.
  • Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.
Application process:
  • To view the open job postings, click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
  • Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
  • Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
  • To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
  • Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
  • Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
  • To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.

In case of any challenges, please send your email query to [email protected]

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KRA allowed to collect Sh2.6 billion in Withholding taxes from Sportpesa winning bets

It is a big boost for sports, art, cultural developments and the rollout of the Universal Health programmes as the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has received a go ahead to collect more than Kshs 2.7billion worth of monthly taxes on m withholding tax on winnings from Sportpesa.

This follows a ruling by Milimani Commercial Courts Chief Magistrate, Peter Gesora, allowing KRA to collect withholding taxes on winnings from betting games on the Sportpesa platform among others, that have been failing to withhold tax on winnings.

The landmark ruling delivered on Thursday, 23rd May 2019 arose from a 2014 suit filed by a Mr. Benson Irungu against Sportpesa Ltd trading as Pevans East Africa. The suit sought to stop Sportpesa from deducting and remitting taxes arising from Mr Irungu’s and any other person’s winnings.

In his ruling last Thursday, Chief Magistrate Gesora while dismissing Mr Irungu’s case noted that the nature of sport betting, winnings are unpredictable and a player cannot be certain the amount that he will win.

“That being the situation, it is not sound to argue that certain amounts should not be collected by withholding tax agents. Revenue collection is well regulated by statute, and by the fact that Sportpesa is a tax agent is a clear indicator that all those using its platform are obligated to pay tax on their winnings,” Gesora ruled.

The Chief Magistrate added that the KRA Commissioner of Domestic Taxes is mandated to collect taxes from sport betting firms and remit the same to the Sports, Arts and Social Development Fund as set out in section 35 (1) (i) and (3) (h) of the Income Tax Act.

He further advised Mr Irungu to explore provisions for refund if necessary as enshrined in the Tax Procedures Act.

In the rollercoaster suit and prior to the ruling on Thursday last week, Mr Irungu had on 22nd May, 2014, obtained Court Orders restraining Sportpesa from making any withholding tax deductions on any person’s winnings from a bet or game of chance conducted by the firm.

Aggrieved by the order stopping Sportpesa from deducting withholding tax on winnings from betting, KRA which had not been party to the case sought to be enjoined as an interested party while seeking to set aside the earlier orders.
On 29th March, 2019, KRA’s Legal counsel successfully obtained an order from Court setting aside orders obtained Mr Irungu’s on 22nd May, 2019 and issued by Senior Resident Magistrate D.M. Kivuti sitting at the Milimani Commercial Courts. The orders had temporarily stopped the operations of crucial Income Tax Act sections (Sections 2, 10, 34 and 35) effectively rendering KRA unable to collect taxes amounting to Kshs 2.7Billion per month; earmarked for national development projects.

As per the budget statement read last year by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary, Henry Rotich, taxes drawn from betting activities are earmarked to finance sports, art, cultural developments and the rollout of the Universal Health programmes.