Tax season can be stressful, especially if you’re not using the right tools. Thankfully, Kenya has embraced digital solutions to make the tax filing process easier and more accurate. In 2025, two standout tools are leading the way in helping individuals and businesses stay compliant with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA): iTax and FaidiHR.
Let’s take a closer look at how each tool works and why it’s important to consider them when filing your taxes this year.
iTax by KRA
iTax is the official online platform provided by the Kenya Revenue Authority for filing tax returns, paying taxes, and managing all tax-related services.
iTax is the most widely used system for both individuals and companies in Kenya. It supports filing for various tax categories including Income Tax, PAYE, VAT, and more.
Key Features in 2025:
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User-friendly interface with improved mobile access
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Instant generation of tax compliance certificates
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Auto-populated forms for faster return submissions
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Integration with mobile money and local banks for payments
Every taxpayer in Kenya—whether employed, self-employed, or running a business—needs to be registered on iTax to file returns and access KRA services.
FaidiHR (For Businesses and HR Professionals)
FaidiHR is a Kenyan-built cloud-based software that automates HR and payroll functions, including tax deductions and submissions.
Manually calculating PAYE, SHA/SHI, NSSF, and other deductions can lead to costly errors. FaidiHR automates this entire process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Kenyan tax laws.
Key Features in 2025:
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Automatically calculates and applies PAYE, SHA/SHI, NSSF, and HELB deductions
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Generates tax-ready payroll reports that can be submitted via iTax
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Keeps detailed audit trails for accountability
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Integrates with banks and mobile money for easy payment of salaries and taxes
FaidiHR is ideal for small and medium-sized businesses, HR departments, payroll officers, and finance managers looking for a reliable way to manage employee records and stay tax compliant.
Conclusion
Filing taxes in Kenya doesn’t have to be a headache. With iTax handling the official submissions and FaidiHR streamlining payroll and deductions, individuals and businesses can save time, reduce errors, and ensure full compliance in 2025.
The best approach? Use both tools together. Let FaidiHR manage your internal payroll processes and let iTax handle your direct interactions with KRA. It’s a winning combination for tax success.
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