KRA Tax Amnesty 2026 in Kenya: How the December Deadline Works, What Penalties Are Waived and How to Apply on iTax
The Finance Bill 2026 extended Kenya's tax amnesty to 31 December 2026. Penalties and interest accumulated up to 31 December 2025 are waived in full once the principal tax is paid. This article explains who qualifies, how to apply on iTax, and the trade-offs for diaspora landlords and SMEs.
Kenya Rental Income Tax 2026: Why the Rate Rose to 10% and How Resident and Diaspora Landlords Should Respond
The Finance Bill 2026 increases the residential rental income tax rate from 7.5% to 10% of gross rent. The Bill also introduces a 30% withholding tax on rent paid to non-resident persons. Diaspora landlords face a meaningfully different tax bill in 2026/27 and should review their property holding structures.
Understanding Stamp Duty, Capital Gains Tax, and Other Property Transaction Taxes in Kenya
Property transactions in Kenya attract multiple taxes including stamp duty at two to four percent paid by buyers, capital gains tax at 15 percent on profits paid by sellers, monthly rental income tax ...
Every Tax a Kenyan Landlord Must Pay: Rental Income Tax, CGT, Stamp Duty, and Compliance Guide
Owning rental property in Kenya comes with tax obligations that every landlord must understand and fulfill. From the monthly rental income tax to capital gains tax when you sell, stamp duty on purchas...