The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is introducing a phased filing approach for annual income tax returns, effective for the 2026 filing season. This change aims to simplify the process, reduce last-minute rushes, and offer a more personalized experience for taxpayers.

• The new system will categorize taxpayers based on income complexity for staggered filing.
• KRA will send personalized SMS and email notifications to guide taxpayers.
• Three main groups for the 2026 season are: those with employment income only, those with employment plus additional sources, and nil/non-filers with withholding tax income.
• Taxpayers with employment income only will have pre-populated returns on iTax requiring only confirmation.
• Ensure contact details are updated on itax.kra.go.ke for personalized notifications.