VAT Advisory & Compliance
Simplifying VAT compliance while protecting your business
VAT is one of the most closely monitored tax obligations in Kenya and a major focus of KRA audit activity. Complex legislation, frequent changes and electronic tax invoicing requirements make compliance an ongoing challenge. Errors in VAT treatment, filings, invoicing or input tax claims can trigger assessments, penalties, interest and lengthy disputes. We help businesses manage VAT with confidence: registration, monthly returns, transaction advisory, eTIMS implementation, health checks and representation during KRA VAT audits.
- Registered KRA Tax Agent
- 15 years of experience
- eTIMS implementation support
What we can help you with
The full scope of this service. If what you need isn't listed, ask. It may sit in a neighbouring service.
- VAT registration and deregistration
- Monthly VAT return preparation and filing
- VAT health checks and compliance reviews
- VAT transaction advisory
- VAT planning and structuring
- Review of input tax claims and recoverability
- VAT treatment of local and international transactions
- Advisory on exports, imports, zero-rated and exempt supplies
- eTIMS implementation and compliance support
- VAT reconciliation and record reviews
- Correction of VAT errors and amended returns
- Assistance during KRA VAT audits and investigations
- Preparation of responses to KRA VAT queries
- VAT refund advisory and application support
- Industry-specific VAT advisory
What your business gains
Maintain full compliance with Kenya's VAT legislation and KRA requirements.
Reduce exposure to VAT penalties, interest and additional assessments through accurate, well-documented returns.
Maximize legitimate input tax recovery while staying within the law.
Get practical guidance on complex transactions before decisions are made, backed by stronger processes and controls.
Face KRA VAT audits with professional support and hand complex compliance to experienced hands.
How we work
- 01
Understanding your business
We map your operations, products, customer profile and supply chain to pin down the VAT rules that apply and where the biggest risks sit.
- 02
VAT compliance review
We review your VAT records, tax invoices, eTIMS compliance, returns and documentation to identify gaps, incorrect treatments and unrecovered input tax.
- 03
Advisory and implementation
We help you correct issues, strengthen VAT processes, prepare accurate returns and get future transactions treated correctly from the start.
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Ongoing VAT support
We monitor legislative developments, support your finance team on emerging VAT issues and stand with you through KRA reviews and audits.
Frequently asked questions
Which businesses are required to register for VAT in Kenya?
Businesses that meet the statutory VAT registration threshold under Kenyan tax law, or those that choose voluntary registration subject to meeting the legal requirements. We assess your activities and advise whether registration is mandatory or beneficial.
Can Altic Consult help with VAT audits conducted by KRA?
Yes. We provide professional representation during KRA VAT audits, assist in preparing supporting documentation, respond to information requests and advise you throughout the audit process to protect your interests.
Can you review previously filed VAT returns?
Yes. We conduct comprehensive VAT health checks to identify filing errors, incorrect VAT treatments, unrecovered input tax and compliance risks, and advise on corrective actions and amendments where permitted by law.
What is eTIMS and can you assist with compliance?
eTIMS is KRA's electronic tax invoice management system. We assist with implementation, integration and ongoing compliance, including system setup, staff training and best practices for Kenya's digital tax administration framework.
How often should a business review its VAT compliance?
Continuously, not just at the monthly filing. Regular reviews catch issues early, improve compliance and reduce the risk of unexpected assessments during KRA audits.
Manage VAT with confidence
From registration and monthly compliance to complex transactions and KRA audit support: reduce VAT risk and get back to running your business.