Tax Calendar Kenya
Never miss a tax deadline again. Stay compliant with KRA requirements by keeping track of important filing dates.
Key Deadlines Overview
Important tax filing deadlines you need to know for 2025.
PAYE Returns
Monthly PAYE returns must be filed by the 9th of each following month.
VAT Returns
Monthly VAT returns must be filed by the 20th of each following month.
Annual Returns
Annual tax returns must be filed by June 30th each year.
Monthly Calendar 2025
Detailed monthly breakdown of all tax deadlines throughout the year.
January
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
February
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
March
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
April
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
May
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
June
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
Annual Return
Annual tax returns due
July
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
August
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
September
PAYE
URGENTPAYE returns due
VAT
URGENTVAT returns due
October
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
November
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
December
PAYE
PAYE returns due
VAT
VAT returns due
Penalties for Late Filing
Understanding the consequences of missing tax deadlines helps you stay compliant.
PAYE Penalties
- • KES 2,000 per month or 5% of tax due
- • Interest at 1% per month
- • Possible prosecution for persistent defaulters
VAT Penalties
- • KES 2,000 per month or 5% of tax due
- • Interest at 1% per month
- • VAT registration cancellation risk
Annual Return Penalties
- • KES 2,000 per month or 5% of tax due
- • Interest at 1% per month
- • Audit risk increases significantly
Stay Compliant Tips
Simple strategies to ensure you never miss a tax deadline.
Set Reminders
Set calendar reminders 1 week before each deadline to give yourself time to prepare.
Prepare Early
Gather all required documents well in advance to avoid last-minute stress.
Use Professionals
Work with tax professionals who understand deadlines and can handle filings efficiently.
Stay Organized
Keep all tax documents organized and easily accessible throughout the year.
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