Kenyans who could have omitted information or made errors in their tax filings can still correct their returns through the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) iTax system before the June 30 deadline.
If you discover an error in the income reported on your previously filed tax return, whether you omitted additional earnings or entered incorrect figures, you should file an amended return.
At times, taxpayers may need to amend their return if they failed to claim eligible deductions or reliefs, such as insurance relief, mortgage interest relief, or pension contributions.
In some cases, errors occur when the wrong tax rates are applied, especially for VAT or Turnover Tax.
To file an amended return, taxpayers must log in to the official iTax portal with their PIN and password.
Once logged in, navigate to the “Returns” section and select the option for filing an amended return.
How to Amend a Tax Return on KRA iTax
The following is a guide to correcting errors after filing tax returns.
Step 1: Log in to iTax
Visit the KRA iTax portal and log in using your KRA PIN and password.
Step 2: Go to Returns Section
Navigate to “Returns” > “File Return,” then select the relevant tax obligation such as Income Tax or VAT. Click “Amend Return” to continue.
Step 3: Select Tax Period
Choose the year and period of the return you want to correct. The system will display your previously filed return for reference.
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Step 4: Download and Edit Return Form
Download the return form and open it in Excel. Correct only the inaccurate fields such as income, deductions, reliefs, or tax rates, while leaving correct entries unchanged.
Step 5: Validate and Upload
After making corrections, click “Validate” in the Excel file and save the validated return as an XML file. Upload the file back to the iTax portal and submit.
Step 6: Submit and Confirm
Review all details carefully, submit the amended return, and download the acknowledgment receipt for your records.
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After successful submission, KRA issues an acknowledgment receipt. However, when the amendment reduces tax liability, the return may require additional approval before final confirmation.
Taxpayers should note that after submitting the amended return, two outcomes may occur depending on the corrected figures.
If you overpaid tax, you can request a refund through the iTax system, though it is subject to KRA approval and may take some time to process. If you have underpaid tax, you will be required to pay the outstanding amount immediately to avoid penalties and interest charges.
The process, KRA notes, is designed to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in tax reporting while allowing taxpayers to correct genuine filing errors.
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