Kenya Revenue Authority
Pay your KRA taxes — PAYE, VAT, income tax, customs, and other revenue payments.
Paybill
572 572
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M-Pesa
Pay via M-Pesa 572 572
- Open M-Pesa — dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 572 572
- Enter Account (Reference Number): Your KRA Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax.
- Enter the amount — in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Airtel Money
Pay via Airtel Money
- Dial *334# or open the Airtel Money app.
- Select Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 572 572
- Enter Account: Your KRA Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax.
- Enter amount, confirm with PIN.
Account format
Reference Number: Your KRA Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax.
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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% |
About KRA
Pay your KRA taxes — PAYE, VAT, income tax, customs, and other revenue payments.
- Sector
- Government
- Official site
- itax.kra.go.ke
Frequently asked about KRA
What is KRA's paybill number?
KRA's M-Pesa paybill is 572572. Pay your KRA taxes — PAYE, VAT, income tax, customs, and other revenue payments.
How do I pay KRA via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 572572, then your account (Your KRA Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for KRA?
Your KRA Payment Registration Number (PRN) from iTax.
Can I pay KRA from Airtel Money?
Yes. Use Airtel Money paybill 572572 (same number works on airtel money). Dial *334# on your Airtel line and select Pay Bill.
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 572 572. 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.
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
Government services portal — passports, NTSA, business permits, and more.
ecitizen.go.ke · reference
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