What is KRA Advance Tax?

KRA Advance Tax is a tax paid in advance before a public service vehicle or commercial vehicle is licensed at the rates applicable.

What are the tax rates for KRA Advance Tax?

• For vans, pick-ups, trucks, prime movers, trailers and lorries; Kshs. 1,500 per ton of load capacity subject to a minimum of Kshs. 2,400 per year of income;
• For saloons, station-wagons, mini-buses, buses and coaches; Kshs. 60 per passenger capacity per month subject to a minimum of Kshs. 2,400 per year of income.

Is KRA Advance Tax a final tax?

Advance tax is not a final tax. Individuals who have paid any advance tax are required to declare the same in their individual income tax returns submitted yearly and pay any additional tax due.