How to Get KRA Compliance Certificate

A Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) is an official document issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to confirm that a taxpayer has met their tax obligations.

The certificate shows that a taxpayer has filed all required tax returns and paid any taxes due.

It is often required when applying for jobs, government tenders, work permit renewals, liquor licences, clearing and forwarding licences, or when confirming tax compliance status.

A Tax Compliance Certificate remains valid for 12 months from the date of issuance.

New Requirement for Tax Compliance Certificates

KRA has introduced an additional requirement for some taxpayers seeking a Tax Compliance Certificate.

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Individuals earning income other than employment income, as well as non-individual entities such as companies and partnerships, must now be registered on the Tax Invoice Management System (TIMS) or electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) before a certificate can be issued.

Requirements for Getting a Tax Compliance Certificate

To qualify for a Tax Compliance Certificate, a taxpayer must:

• File all tax returns on or before the due dates.
• Pay taxes owed by the due dates.
• Clear any outstanding tax debts.
• Be compliant with VAT requirements where applicable.
• Register on TIMS/eTIMS if required.
• Settle outstanding tax liabilities or have an approved payment plan with KRA.

How to Apply for a KRA Tax Compliance Certificate

Applications are submitted through the iTax portal, and successful applicants receive the certificate by email.

Follow these steps:

1. Open your preferred web browser and visit the iTax portal.
2. Log in using your KRA PIN and password.
3. Complete the security arithmetic question and click Login.
4. Under the Certificates menu, select Apply for Tax Compliance Certificate.
5. Choose the reason for your application from the dropdown menu. Options include:

• Job application.
• Government tender.

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• Work permit renewal.
• Clearing and forwarding licence.
• Liquor licence.
• Confirmation of compliance status.
• Other regulatory requirements.

6. Click Submit.

If your tax records are up to date, the system will process the application automatically and generate the certificate.

You can then download the Tax Compliance Certificate from the portal.

How to Check if a Tax Compliance Certificate is Valid

Taxpayers can verify the validity of a Tax Compliance Certificate through the Certificate Checker available on the iTax platform. The certificate can also be checked using the KRA M-Service App.

However, a certificate will only be issued if the taxpayer has filed all required returns and settled any taxes due in accordance with tax laws.

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