KRA paybill number 222 222
Pay all KRA taxes (PAYE, VAT, income tax, customs, excise) via the Government single payment paybill 222222. Use your Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax as the account number. Per KRA notice 17/11/2023 and Kenya Gazette No. 16008/2022.
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222 222
Account number: Your iTax Payment Registration Number (PRN). The PRN slip names the paybill to use: 222222 (Government Single Payment Platform) or 572572 (KRA). Both are live; use the one on your slip
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- Format
- Reference number
- What to type
- Your iTax Payment Registration Number (PRN). The PRN slip names the paybill to use: 222222 (Government Single Payment Platform) or 572572 (KRA). Both are live; use the one on your slip.
- Example
- KRA20231001A12345Z (PRN from your iTax-generated payment slip)
- Common mistake
- Reusing a reference number from a previous payment: most systems mark used references invalid and the new payment lands in suspense.
KRA payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to KRA, with the fix that works first. If none of these resolve it, the 10-character M-PESA transaction code is the universal proof of payment, keep the SMS until the issue clears.
You paid with a PRN but iTax still shows the return as unpaid.
iTax usually reflects within 30 minutes but can take up to 24 hours during quarter-end peaks (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct). If still unpaid after 24 hours, email helpdesk@kra.go.ke with the M-PESA code, PRN, and KRA PIN. KRA can match the payment manually within 48 hours.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
Common help with KRA
KRA (Kenya Revenue Authority) uses paybill 222222 for all tax payments: PAYE, VAT, income tax, customs duties, withholding tax, the lot. Each payment requires a Payment Registration Number (PRN) generated from iTax (itax.kra.go.ke) for the specific obligation; one PRN per filing. KRA's older standalone tax paybill was retired and consolidated under the single government paybill 222222 during the 2024 eCitizen migration; if you see the legacy number in old guides it now redirects, but always use 222222 to be safe.
M-PESA paybill cost
What does paying KRA cost you?
For KES 2,500 to KRA (paybill 222222), you pay KES 33 on top (total KES 2,533 debited from M-PESA). The fee is set by Safaricom, not by the paybill.
Result
Fee
KES 20
Total cost
KES 2,520
Free for transactions up to KES 100.
Some paybills (e.g., government services on eCitizen) are zero-rated, Safaricom waives the customer fee. Confirm with the receiving entity.
Fees are typically lower than Send Money for the same amount.
Updated for 2026 Safaricom tariffs. Verify on safaricom.co.ke before sending large amounts.
How to pay KRA
M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 222 222
- Open M-Pesa, dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 222 222
- Enter Account (Reference Number): Your iTax Payment Registration Number (PRN). The PRN slip names the paybill to use: 222222 (Government Single Payment Platform) or 572572 (KRA). Both are live; use the one on your slip.
- Enter the amount, in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Reference Number: Your iTax Payment Registration Number (PRN). The PRN slip names the paybill to use: 222222 (Government Single Payment Platform) or 572572 (KRA). Both are live; use the one on your slip.
M-PESA cost to pay KRA (2026 Safaricom tariff)
Total customer fee when paying paybill 222222 from M-PESA at common amounts. Fees are the standard Safaricom paybill bracket; some government services (eCitizen, KRA, NHIF/SHA) are zero-rated and these fees may be waived.
| If you pay KRA | M-PESA fee | Total off your M-PESA |
|---|---|---|
| KES 200 | KES 5 | KES 205 |
| KES 500 | KES 5 | KES 505 |
| KES 1,000 | KES 10 | KES 1,010 |
| KES 2,500 | KES 20 | KES 2,520 |
| KES 10,000 | KES 48 | KES 10,048 |
| KES 50,000 | KES 67 | KES 50,067 |
Free for amounts up to KES 100. KRA does not charge its own fee on top of the M-PESA tariff; what you see is what you pay.
See full M-PESA fee bands, limits, and the 20% excise duty explained for every amount up to KES 250,000.
KRA payment not working? Top fixes
Common failure modes specific to KRA, with the fix that works first. If none of these resolve it, the 10-character M-PESA transaction code is the universal proof of payment, keep the SMS until the issue clears.
You paid with a PRN but iTax still shows the return as unpaid.
iTax usually reflects within 30 minutes but can take up to 24 hours during quarter-end peaks (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct). If still unpaid after 24 hours, email helpdesk@kra.go.ke with the M-PESA code, PRN, and KRA PIN. KRA can match the payment manually within 48 hours.
You used the wrong PRN: payment landed against another tax obligation or a different period.
Log a re-attribution request via iTax (Tax Helpdesk → Payment Issues → Misallocated Payment) with the original M-PESA code and the correct PRN. KRA can reassign within the same tax type (e.g. between two VAT periods) but cannot move between tax types (e.g. VAT to PAYE): that requires a refund + repayment.
The M-PESA prompt rejected the PRN with "Invalid account".
PRNs expire after 7 days. Regenerate the PRN from iTax (Payments → Payment Registration → reissue) and retry with the new one. The old PRN is permanently invalid; do not retry with it.
Still stuck? How to reverse an M-PESA transaction and M-PESA error code lookup.
KRA USSD code
Beyond paying via M-PESA, KRA customers can manage their account directly through the Kenya Revenue Authority USSD shortcut, free from any phone with no internet:
*572#Tap to dial on phoneKRA tax services, PIN check, M-Service tax payments.
- Check PIN status
- Tax compliance check
- PAYE quick filing for individuals
- Withholding tax checks
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M-Pesa fees for KRA
| Amount | M-Pesa fee | Total cost | % fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| KES 50 | Free | KES 50 | , |
| KES 200 | KES 5 | KES 205 | 2.50% |
| KES 1,000 | KES 10 | KES 1,010 | 1.00% |
| KES 5,000 | KES 34 | KES 5,034 | 0.68% |
| KES 20,000 | KES 62 | KES 20,062 | 0.31% |
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About KRA
Pay all KRA taxes (PAYE, VAT, income tax, customs, excise) via the Government single payment paybill 222222. Use your Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax as the account number. Per KRA notice 17/11/2023 and Kenya Gazette No. 16008/2022.
- Sector
- Government
- Official site
- itax.kra.go.ke
Frequently asked about KRA
What is KRA's paybill number?
KRA's M-Pesa paybill is 222222. Pay all KRA taxes (PAYE, VAT, income tax, customs, excise) via the Government single payment paybill 222222. Use your Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax as the account number. Per KRA notice 17/11/2023 and Kenya Gazette No. 16008/2022.
How do I pay KRA via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 222222, then your account (Your iTax Payment Registration Number (PRN). The PRN slip names the paybill to use: 222222 (Government Single Payment Platform) or 572572 (KRA). Both are live; use the one on your slip.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for KRA?
Your iTax Payment Registration Number (PRN). The PRN slip names the paybill to use: 222222 (Government Single Payment Platform) or 572572 (KRA). Both are live; use the one on your slip.
Can I pay KRA from abroad?
Yes, diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to KRA's paybill 222 222. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying KRA?
M-Pesa charges a transaction fee based on the amount sent. Use our M-Pesa fees calculator to see the exact 2026 cost for any amount.
What if I pay the wrong amount or use the wrong paybill?
Contact KRA support immediately with your M-Pesa transaction code. If you sent to the wrong paybill entirely, contact Safaricom on 100 (free from a Safaricom line) within 7 days to request a reversal, though success isn't guaranteed.
How do I confirm my payment to KRA went through?
M-Pesa sends a free SMS confirmation with a transaction code (e.g., ABC12DEF345). Save this code, it's your proof of payment. KRA should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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Further reading
Curated external sources we cite. Open in a new tab.
Paying Your Taxes to KRA Using M-Pesa: A Complete Guide
Step-by-step KRA tax payments via M-Pesa, including PRN generation.
mpesa.or.ke · guide
KRA iTax Portal
Generate Payment Registration Numbers (PRN) for KRA tax payments.
kra.go.ke · reference
eCitizen Portal
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ecitizen.go.ke · reference
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