A KRA PIN is a Personal Identification Number used while doing business with Kenya Revenue Authority, other Government agencies and service providers.

Personal includes both individuals and artificial persons (i.e. company, club, Trust, etc.). A sole proprietorship will use the proprietor’s individual PIN for all transactions.

Who should have a KRA PIN?

You are required to have a PIN if you;  

• Are employed
• Are in business
• Have rental income
• Wish to apply for a HELB Loan
• Want to perform any of the transactions listed below

When can I use the KRA PIN?

The most popular transactions that require PIN include:

• Registration of title, stamping of instruments by the Commissioner of Lands, and payment of Land Rent.
• Approval of plans, payment of water deposits, application for a business permit, payment of Land Rent by Local Authorities.
• Registration of Motor Vehicles, and licensing under the Traffic Act (Cap 403) by the Registrar of motor Vehicles.
• Registration of Business Names and Companies by the Registrars of Business names and companies.
• Trade licensing by the Ministry of Commerce.
• Application for Value Added Tax registration.
• Underwriting policies by Insurance Companies.
• To facilitate importation of goods, Customs clearing and forwarding at the offices of Commissioner of Customs and Excise.
• Payment of Deposits for power connections at Kenya Power and Lightning Co. Ltd.
• To facilitate all contracts for supply of goods and services to all Government Ministries and Public bodies. 

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