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KRA PIN registration: a simple step-by-step guide

Get your KRA PIN on iTax, what you need, and the mistakes that cause delays.

Need help with this KRA task?

Prefer to do it yourself? Follow the guide below.

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KRA PIN registration: a simple step-by-step guide — Government guide by Cyber Kenya

You need a KRA PIN for jobs, bank accounts, business registration and many government services. Registration is free on iTax.

What you need

  • National ID number
  • Date of birth exactly as on your ID
  • An email address you can open
  • Your phone number

Steps

  1. 1Go to itax.kra.go.ke and choose New PIN Registration.
  2. 2Select Individual and the online form.
  3. 3Enter your ID and personal details.
  4. 4Add your email and contact details.
  5. 5Submit. Your PIN certificate is sent to your email.

Tip: Use an email you'll keep using. Your iTax password resets go there.