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Learn How To File KRA Returns for Unemployed quickly and easily with this step-by-step tutorial. File KRA Returns for Unemployed in a few minutes.
Step 1: Visit iTax (KRA Portal)
To file KRA Returns for Students, start by first visiting iTax (KRA Portal) using this link: https://itax.kra.go.ke/KRA-Portal/
Step 2: Log in to iTax (KRA Portal)
Next, log in to iTax (KRA Portal) using either your KRA PIN Number or National ID Number, along with your KRA Password (iTax Password). After entering your credentials, complete the arithmetic security question and click the “Login” button to access your KRA Portal account.
Step 3: Click on Returns then File KRA Nil Returns
After logging in to iTax (KRA Portal), go to the “Returns” menu and select “File KRA Nil Returns” from the dropdown list.
Step 4: Select KRA Tax Obligation
In this step, select the KRA Tax Obligation for which you want to file the Nil Returns. For students, choose “Income Tax – Resident Individual“, then click the “Next” button to proceed.
Step 5: Fill In The Income Tax – Resident Individual Nil e-Return Form
Next, fill in the Income Tax Resident Individual Nil e-Return form. If your KRA returns are up to date, entering the “Return Period From” will automatically set the “Return Period To“, For example, enter 01/01/2025 as the start date, which will set 31/12/2025 as the end date, then click “Submit“.
Step 6: Download KRA Returns Acknowledgement Receipt (e-Return Acknowledgement Receipt)
The final step in filing KRA Returns for students on iTax is to download the KRA Nil Returns Acknowledgement Receipt, also called the KRA Returns Receipt. Simply click the “Download KRA Returns Receipt” link to save or print a copy for your records.
Downloading the KRA Returns receipt completes the filing process. Remember, to file KRA Returns for Unemployed, you need your KRA PIN and iTax password to log in and submit the returns quickly and easily.
Matthews Ohotto is a Writer at CYBER.CO.KE and a Creator at Cyber Services Kenya on YouTube. He specializes in writing helpful Blog Posts and creating informative Tutorial Videos that empower Kenyans with practical skills and knowledge. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology (BBIT) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).
