Taxpayers owing principal taxes can now clear their debts in flexible installments rather than a single lump sum, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced. Under the 2026 Tax Amnesty Programme, taxpayers who settle their outstanding principal tax balances by the December 31, 2026, deadline will qualify for a 100 percent waiver on accumulated penalties and interest. To support individuals and businesses unable to pay their balances upfront, the tax collector has introduced the Automatic Payment Plan (APP) on the iTax portal. The plan allows taxpayers to structure installment payments while remaining eligible for full penalty relief upon completion. “Unable to clear your principal tax in one go? Apply for an Automatic Payment Plan on iTax and pay in installments,” KRA stated. “Pay in full by December 31, 2026, and penalties and interest will be waived automatically.” The authority cautioned that missing the year-end deadline will invalidate eligibility for the penalty waiver, causing remaining balances to attract standard penalties and interest. Step-by-Step: How to Apply for the Automatic Payment Plan Taxpayers can activate an installment plan directly through the iTax platform: Log into the KRA iTax portal. Navigate to the Payments menu. Click on Apply for Payment Plan (New). Fill in the required details and submit the application. Once approved, generate a Payment Regis...
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