How to File Nil Returns on iTax Kenya in 2025 – A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Who Should File Nil Returns in Kenya?
- What You Need Before Filing
- How to File Nil Returns on iTax Kenya – Step-by-Step
- Common Filing Errors to Avoid
- FAQs About Filing Nil Returns
- Conclusion + Next Steps
📌 Introduction
If you’re unemployed, a student, or have a KRA PIN but no income, you still must file Nil Returns on iTax every year to stay compliant.
This step-by-step blog from Sifa Media, your trusted Kenyan digital services provider, explains how to file Nil Returns on iTax Kenya in 2025 quickly and easily.
✅ Who Should File Nil Returns in Kenya?
You are required to file KRA Nil Returns if:
- You have a KRA PIN but no income in the year 2024.
- You’re a student or job seeker.
- You have not started trading as a business or working.
- You are not earning from employment or any source.
🚫 Do not file Nil Returns if you earned any income or salary in 2024.
🧾 What You Need Before Filing
To successfully file, have the following ready:
- Your KRA PIN
- Your iTax password
- Access to a device with internet (smartphone, tablet, laptop)
👉 If you’ve forgotten your password, click “Forgot Password” on the login screen to reset it.
📲 How to File Nil Returns on iTax Kenya – Step-by-Step
Follow these simple steps to file your Nil Returns in under 10 minutes:
1. Go to the iTax Portal
👉 Visit: https://itax.kra.go.ke
2. Log into Your iTax Account
- Enter your KRA PIN
- Input your password and answer the security question
- Click Login
3. Select “File Nil Return”
- Hover over the “Returns” menu
- Click on “File Nil Return”
4. Fill in the Required Details
- Tax Obligation: Income Tax – Resident Individual
- Return Period From: 01/01/2024
- The system will auto-fill the Return Period To as 31/12/2024
Click Submit to proceed.
5. Download Your Acknowledgment Slip
You’ll get an Acknowledgment Receipt in PDF format.
✔️ Download and save it for your records.
⚠️ Common Filing Errors to Avoid
| Mistake | How to Fix It |
|---|---|
| Selecting the wrong tax obligation | Always pick “Income Tax – Resident Individual” |
| Forgotten password | Use the “Forgot Password” feature to reset |
| PIN deactivated | Visit a KRA office or contact their support team |
❓ FAQs About Filing Nil Returns
Q1: What’s the deadline to file Nil Returns in Kenya?
📅 June 30th of every year.
Q2: Can I file Nil Returns using a phone?
✅ Yes! The iTax site is mobile-friendly.
Q3: What happens if I don’t file?
⚠️ You may be fined Ksh 2,000 even if you had no income.
Q4: Can I file past returns if I missed a year?
Yes. Log in and select the correct tax year when prompted.
✅ Conclusion + Next Steps
Filing Nil Returns on iTax Kenya is a quick but important responsibility for anyone with a KRA PIN. Avoid penalties and stay compliant with the Kenya Revenue Authority by filing before the June 30th deadline.
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