KRA Tax Calculator Kenya 2026

Estimate your annual income tax, see your effective tax rate, and understand how much you owe KRA.

Annual Gross Income (KES)

KES

Monthly salary × 12, or total business income for self-employed

KRA Tax Filing: What You Need to Know

Every Kenyan with a KRA PIN must file annual tax returns — even if you earned nothing (nil returns). The deadline is typically 30 June each year for individuals.

Key Facts for 2026

Personal relief: KES 28,800/year (KES 2,400/month)
Lowest tax band: 10% on first KES 288,000
Highest tax band: 35% on income above KES 9.6M
Late filing penalty: KES 20,000 or 5% of tax due (whichever is higher)
Late payment interest: 1% per month on unpaid tax
eTIMS: All VAT-registered businesses must use the electronic invoicing system