PAYE in Kenya
The tax your employees pay on their salaries. You deduct it and pay it to KRA every month.
- Who deducts it
- Every employer
- Return due
- 9th, every month
What Directors Owe on Their Pay and Benefits
Directors' fees, salary and most benefits go through PAYE, even if you own the company. Cars, housing and cheap loans each have their own rule.
Consultant or Employee: How KRA Tells the Difference
KRA looks at how the work really runs, not what the contract says. If the person works like staff, expect PAYE, not 5% withholding tax.
KRA Tax Rates in Kenya (2026): PAYE Bands, Reliefs and Statutory Deductions Explained
A complete guide to KRA tax rates in Kenya for 2026, covering PAYE bands, personal relief, NSSF, SHIF and the Affordable Housing Levy, with a worked salary example.
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A plain-language guide to the true cost of hiring in Kenya: PAYE, NSSF, SHIF and the Affordable Housing Levy, and what they mean for your payroll.
Understanding PAYE in Kenya: A Practical Guide for Employers
What PAYE is, who must register, how the graduated tax bands work, and the filing deadlines every Kenyan employer needs on their calendar.