Registered VAT Businesses
Any business registered for VAT in Kenya must file monthly VAT returns regardless of whether you made sales or not.
Makivan Consultants
VAT returns
Ensure accurate and timely VAT returns filing to stay compliant with KRA regulations and avoid costly penalties.
Overview
VAT (Value Added Tax) returns filing is a monthly obligation for businesses registered for VAT in Kenya. It involves calculating the VAT collected on sales, VAT paid on purchases, and submitting the difference to KRA by the 20th of every month.
Who needs this service
Any business registered for VAT in Kenya must file monthly VAT returns regardless of whether you made sales or not.
Businesses with annual turnover exceeding KES 5 million must register for VAT and file monthly returns.
If your business has VAT refunds to claim, proper filing is essential to receive your money back.
If you have penalties from late or incorrect filing, we can help you get back on track.
What's included
We calculate your VAT payable or refundable based on your sales and purchase records with precision.
We ensure your VAT returns are filed by the 20th of every month to avoid penalties and interest charges.
We guide you on proper record keeping to ensure all your transactions are correctly documented for VAT purposes.
We provide support during KRA audits, helping you respond to queries and resolve any issues that arise.
We help review and correct past VAT returns and negotiate penalty waivers where applicable.
We provide continuous support throughout the year to ensure your VAT compliance remains on track.
Benefits
Timely and accurate filing protects you from KRA penalties and interest charges that can accumulate quickly.
We ensure you claim all legitimate VAT refunds and input tax credits to improve your cash flow.
Focus on running your business while we handle the complex and time-consuming VAT compliance work.
What to prepare
All sales invoices, receipts and records of goods or services sold during the period.
Purchase invoices, receipts and records of goods or services purchased for the business.
Your business KRA PIN certificate and iTax login credentials.
Clear details of the VAT filing periods you need assistance with.
FAQ
VAT returns must be filed by the 20th of every month. If the 20th falls on a weekend or public holiday, the deadline is extended to the next working day.
Late filing attracts a penalty of KES 10,000 for the first month and KES 5,000 for each subsequent month, plus interest on any unpaid tax.
Yes, if you are registered for VAT, you must file a nil return even if you made no sales during the period.
If your annual turnover exceeds KES 5 million, you are required to register for VAT. We can help you determine your obligation.
Yes, we help you claim VAT refunds by ensuring your returns are accurate and all supporting documents are properly prepared.
Ready to file your VAT returns
Contact us today for professional VAT returns filing services and peace of mind knowing your taxes are in expert hands.