In this article, we explain to you how to file KRA nil returns. KRA Nill returns are filed by taxpayers who do not have an income source. If you have no rental, business, or employment income for the return period under review, you must submit KRA Nil Returns on the iTax Portal. This is what a source of income means.
What is KRA iTax Nil Return?
Each Kenyan with a KRA PIN is required to submit their iTax Returns annually by June 30 at the latest. So, if you have a KRA PIN Number, regardless of whether you are employed or jobless, you must file KRA tax returns, and failing to do so would result in a fine from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
The unemployed, or those without a source of income, are covered under KRA Nil Returns. The taxpayer has no rental, business, or job income as a source of income.
Please remember that everybody in Kenya with a current KRA PIN must report their yearly income. If you are employed, you must use the P9 Form issued by your employer to file your KRA iTax Returns.
Requirements to File KRA iTax Nil Returns 2023
- Your KRA iTax PIN
- Your KRA iTax Password
How to File KRA iTax Nil Returns in 2023
You must still file KRA Nil Returns even if you are unemployed by following the instructions listed below:
Step 1
Open your computer browser and navigate to the KRA iTax portal. There, enter your KRA PIN and iTax Password to access your iTax account.
Once you have successfully logged into your KRA iTax account, you should see the dashboard below.
Step 2
Click on Returns in the top panel menu, then on the ‘File Nil Return’ tab.
Step 3:
After choosing the Nil e-Return, you will be directed to a page that needs your input.
Make your selection from the drop-down arrow next to “Type” to “Self.” Your KRA PIN number will immediately fill on the system. Choose “Income Tax Resident” in the Tax Obligation section, and then click “Next” to continue.
Step 4
Proceed to fill the Income Tax – Resident Individual Nil e-Return form.
Once done, click on the submit button to move on to the next step.
Step 5
Upon successful submission of your KRA Nil Returns, a return receipt will be generated with an acknowledgment number, download that receipt.
Step 6
In order to show that you have successfully filed the KRA Nil Returns for the relevant year, print the KRA e-Return Acknowledgement Receipt that you downloaded.
