KRA to Implement New Tax Filing Deadline in Finance Bill 2026 Changes

The Finance Bill 2026 also adds a nil-return rule, dictating that they be filed one month after year-end, meaning if adopted, nil returns will be due January 31 ...

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Kenya's Finance Bill 2026 proposes a significant change to tax filing deadlines, aiming to move the submission date for individuals and companies earlier. If approved by Parliament, the new deadline will take effect starting January 1, 2027.

The tax filing window will be compressed from June 30 to April 30.
The proposal comes from Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi.
This change affects the Income Tax Act, Cap. 470, specifically amending Sections 52 and 52B.

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