KRA Announces Major Change to Tax Returns Deadline, Gives Kenyans New Date to File in 2027

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a major change to the deadline for filing individual income tax returns, requiring taxpayers to submit their declarations two months earlier than before.

Under the revised arrangement, the annual filing deadline will move from June 30 to April 30, with the new requirement taking effect on January 1, 2027.

This means Kenyans filing their 2026 individual income tax returns will have until April 30, 2027, to complete the process instead of the previous June 30 deadline.

In an announcement shared on its official X account on Tuesday, November 10, KRA confirmed that the adjustment had been introduced under the Finance Act 2026.

“The new deadline is 30th April,” the authority stated, urging taxpayers to take note of the revised date and prepare accordingly.

The change will require individuals to organise their financial records earlier to avoid missing the new submission deadline.

Employees and other taxpayers will need to ensure they have the necessary income information, employment records and supporting documents ready before the end of April.

Previously, taxpayers had until the end of June to complete their annual returns, giving them a longer period to gather the required information and submit their declarations.

However, the new arrangement reduces that preparation period by two months, making early filing an important consideration for those who usually wait until the last weeks before submitting their returns.

KRA has encouraged taxpayers to familiarise themselves with the revised filing calendar and avoid waiting until the deadline approaches.

The authority also reminded employers of their separate monthly Pay As You Earn (PAYE) obligations, which require them to file returns and remit deductions by the ninth day of the following month.

Employers who fail to meet the PAYE deadline risk penalties and interest under existing tax requirements.

With the revised annual filing date approaching in 2027, taxpayers are expected to adjust their preparation schedules to ensure their 2026 income tax returns are submitted by April 30.

The authority has advised individuals to follow its official communication channels for additional guidance on the implementation of the new deadline.

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