The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that it is inviting public views on the Draft Excise Duty (Remission of Excise Duty) Regulations, 2025.
In a public notice, KRA explained that the draft regulations were developed by the Commissioner General on behalf of the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning. The draft rules have already been published on the KRA website for public access and review.
“In compliance with the Statutory Instruments Act, Cap. 2A, we invite interested members of the public, professionals, and stakeholders to submit their inputs and comments for consideration in the finalisation of the Regulations,” the notice stated.
The tax authority added that the initiative is aimed at enhancing transparency and providing Kenyans an opportunity to contribute to tax policies that affect revenue collection. “Stakeholders, professionals, and the public are encouraged to review the proposed changes and submit their feedback by September 26, 2025,” the statement read in part.
KRA directed that all comments can be forwarded to the Commissioner General, Kenya Revenue Authority, at P.O. Box 48240-00100, Nairobi, or sent via email to stakeholder.engagement@kra.go.ke. The authority also encouraged members of the public to visit its website to download and examine the draft regulations before submitting feedback.
The Draft Excise Duty (Remission of Excise Duty) Regulations, 2025, focus on the circumstances under which excise duty may be refunded or remitted. Excise duty is a tax levied on goods such as alcohol, tobacco, and soft drinks.
The proposed regulations detail when refunds can be granted, including cases where goods are exported, destroyed, or used in a way that qualifies for tax relief under the law.
They further outline the procedures for application, the documentation required, and the conditions that must be met for claims to be approved.
By Faith Mwende
