Crypto tax in Kenya
How is cryptocurrency taxed in Kenya?
Cryptocurrency in Kenya is taxed specially with a headline rate of 5%. Long-term exemptions do not apply.
Common questions
- What is the headline tax rate for crypto in Kenya?
- The headline rate for cryptocurrency tax in Kenya is 5%.
- Does Kenya offer long-term exemptions for crypto tax?
- No, Kenya does not offer long-term exemptions for cryptocurrency tax.
- What is the capital gains tax rate in Kenya?
- The capital gains tax rate in Kenya is 15%.
Crypto in Kenya is taxed under a special / mixed regime.
Treatment
taxed under a special / mixed regime
Long-term
Still taxed
Headline rate
5%
As an individual in Kenya, crypto gains are generally taxed under existing income tax or 5% capital gains tax rules depending on whether your activity is trading (business/income) or investment, so there is no tax-free holding period for long-term crypto.
“Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is tax chargeable on the transfer of property situated in Kenya, acquired on or before January 2015, whether or not it has been used in deriving income chargeable to tax. CGT is charged at the rate of 5% on the net gain and is a final tax.” — Kenya Revenue Authority
Reflects the treatment of an individual's crypto disposals. Estimate — confirm against the linked source. See methodology.