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Kenya Revenue Authority: tax rates and PAYE

The Kenya Revenue Authority collects national taxes and publishes guidance on PAYE income tax bands, VAT, excise and other taxes. Rates are set by Parliament through Finance Acts; KRA explains how to apply them.

Release calendar

What it publishes

• PAYE income tax bands and reliefs.
• Guidance on VAT, excise, turnover and other taxes.
• Public notices on changes under each Finance Act.

Key datasets

• PAYE
  Monthly and annual income tax bands from 10% to 35% under the Finance Act 2023.
  Updated: When the law changes

APIs and downloads

• KRA website
  Guides, forms and public notices.

When it publishes

Changes follow the Finance Act, usually passed in June for the financial year starting 1 July.

How to use it to check a claim

1. Check the Finance Act year behind a rate.
2. Remember PAYE rates are marginal, not flat.

Common mistakes

• Statutory deductions such as social security and housing levy are separate from income tax.

What is the top PAYE rate in Kenya?

35% on monthly income above KSh800,000, according to KRA.

Questions answered using this source

• What are the PAYE tax rates in Kenya?

Links checked 14 October 2026. This page describes what the source publishes and gives no verdict on any claim.