Taxes in East Africa and beyond · Guide 153 of 624
VAT in Kenya
In Kenya, the standard VAT rate is 16%, with some goods and services zero-rated or exempt. RockifyERP handles each through tax templates.
What you need to know
- Standard-rated sales: VAT 16% sales template on VAT Payable.
- Zero-rated and exempt: item tax templates at 0% or with no VAT row.
- Purchases: input VAT 16% on VAT Receivable, for suppliers who charge VAT.
- Customer PINs: record the customer’s KRA PIN in the Tax ID field.
Tip: Confirm current rates and categories with KRA or your tax adviser. Tax rules change.
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