The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued fresh compliance notices to businesses, urging them to review their tax records and clear any outstanding dues before the April 30, 2026 deadline to avoid penalties.
In a statement released on Thursday, April 23, the tax authority revealed it had detected undeclared business transactions that were not included in final tax filings for the 2025 financial year.
As a result, businesses have been directed to ensure all income and expenses are accurately declared in their returns.
KRA emphasized that any missing expenses must be updated immediately to guarantee correct tax assessments and avoid complications.
The agency warned that failure to settle assessed taxes by April 30 will attract penalties and interest.
In one example, a business owner received a notification indicating that transactions worth Ksh360,000 had been identified under their PIN via the electronic tax system.
After adjustments, the taxable income remained Ksh360,000, resulting in a tax obligation of Ksh18,000, payable before the deadline.
Businesses facing challenges have been encouraged to seek assistance through KRA’s official customer support channels, including its helpline and social media platforms.
Under existing regulations, failure to file accurate returns or submit them on time attracts a penalty of 5 percent of the tax due or Ksh20,000—whichever is higher.
This latest move is part of KRA’s broader strategy to boost compliance and enhance revenue collection through digital systems such as the electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS).
The authority noted that by December 2025, more than 500,000 businesses had already registered on the platform, marking a significant push toward transparency and streamlined tax processes.
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