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Kenya, November 10, 2026 - Kenyans will have to file their 2026 income tax returns by April 30, 2027.
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has moved the deadline from June 30 to April 30.
The change takes effect on January 1, 2027.
It follows amendments introduced through the Finance Act 2026.
Under the new rule, individual taxpayers must file returns by the last day of the fourth month after the end of their income year.
For most salaried Kenyans, the income year ends on December 31.
That means their returns will now be due by April 30.
Previously, taxpayers had until June 30 to file.
The shorter window means Kenyans will need to prepare their tax records earlier.
Employees should keep payslips, insurance documents, pension records and details of any other income.
Those claiming deductions should also ensure they have supporting documents ready.
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KRA said taxpayers should plan ahead, file early and remain compliant.
The authority said the change is intended to align tax filing more closely with the income year.
It also gives KRA earlier access to taxpayer information.
The new deadline applies to individual taxpayers, including those filing nil returns.
Companies and other entities may follow different timelines depending on their accounting periods.
Taxpayers should confirm their specific obligations before the new rule takes effect.
The first returns affected will be for the 2026 income year.
They must be filed by April 30, 2027.