Kenya VAT Validator (KRA)

Kenya VAT Validator (KRA)

Confirms VAT registration only when KRA returns an active PIN and a current registered VAT obligation. An active PIN or eTIMS enrolment alone does not confirm VAT.

KRA may mask the taxpayer name and does not provide a taxpayer address. Audits preserve the name exactly as returned. Yes. Use the same API, bulk audits and scheduled monitoring. KRA does not issue a VIES consultation number.

Kenya VAT Validator (KRA) — FAQ

What number should I enter?

Enter P or A, 9 digits and a final letter, with or without KE: KEP051129820X or P051129820X.

What does VALID (KRA) confirm?

Confirms VAT registration only when KRA returns an active PIN and a current registered VAT obligation. An active PIN or eTIMS enrolment alone does not confirm VAT.

How current is the register?

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Official register · Kenya. This certificate records the registration information as of the date shown.

Why is the company name hidden?

KRA may mask the taxpayer name and does not provide a taxpayer address. Audits preserve the name exactly as returned. Quick checks hide the company name. Create an audit to save the KRA result, timestamp and XML evidence and download a PDF certificate.

Can I use bulk checks and the API?

Yes. Use the same API, bulk audits and scheduled monitoring. KRA does not issue a VIES consultation number.