KRA Announces 100% Waiver on Penalties and Interest in 2026 Tax Amnesty
KRA offers full waiver on penalties and interest for eligible taxpayers who clear outstanding taxes or file missing returns by December 31, 2026.
By John Mtongoi Newsroom
August 25, 2026
2 min read
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has launched a 2026 Tax Amnesty Programme, offering taxpayers a chance to clear outstanding tax dues without penalties or interest.
According to a statement released on August 25, 2026, taxpayers who settle their principal tax liabilities or file missing returns for periods up to December 31, 2025, will receive a 100% waiver on accrued interest, penalties, and fines.
Key Details of the Amnesty
- The amnesty covers tax obligations up to December 31, 2025.
- Eligible taxpayers must pay the principal tax by December 31, 2026, to benefit from the waiver.
- Taxpayers with no outstanding principal tax but with late filing penalties can also benefit by submitting missing returns.
- Tax liabilities arising from January 1, 2026, onwards are excluded and subject to regular tax rules.
KRA Urges Early Compliance
KRA has urged taxpayers to take prompt action and not wait until the deadline. The authority encourages taxpayers to log into the iTax portal to apply for the amnesty and regularise their tax affairs.
“Don’t miss this opportunity to put your tax compliance status in order,” KRA stated, emphasizing the importance of early resolution of outstanding tax matters.
