KRA integrates 500+ fuel stations with eTIMS system

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has integrated more than 500 fuel stations into the
Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) fuel module, covering about 16
percent of fuel stations nationwide since its December 2025 launch.,The Authority reports that the eTIMS Fuel Module offers comprehensive oversight
of petroleum transactions, from importation through distribution to final retail,enhancing tax compliance and ensuring fairness across the petroleum value chain.,At Be Energy Ruai in Nairobi, KRA Acting Deputy Commissioner for Large
Taxpayers’ Office, Ezekiel Obura, stated that sector revenue collection is
projected to increase significantly following the module’s complete implementation.,”The system works in harmony with import records and VAT administration,allowing automatic matching of actual fuel volumes against declared sales and
corresponding tax obligations,” explained Obura.,He encouraged consumers to request eTIMS receipts for every fuel purchase and
urged non-compliant fuel stations to join the system, noting KRA is prepared to
assist with onboarding and collaborate with the industry to avoid enforcement
actions.,The Deputy Commissioner further mentioned that all Oil Marketing Companies
(OMCs) are now registered under the Large Taxpayers category for improved
monitoring, quicker issue resolution, and customized compliance assistance.,Similarly, Obura highlighted that the eTIMS fuel station solution was developed
in partnership with key stakeholders including Energy and Petroleum Regulatory
Authority (EPRA), Petroleum Institute of East Africa (PIEA), Petroleum Outlets
Association of Kenya (POAK) and United Energy & Petroleum Association (UNIPEA),to address regulatory, operational and industry considerations.,Meanwhile, KRA Chief Manager, eTIMS Office, Hakamba Wangwe, stressed that the
module aligns with KRA’s initiative to streamline tax procedures via digital
platforms.,”The eTIMS Fuel Stations Module revolutionizes tax compliance and transparency.It simplifies tax procedures for taxpayers while strengthening oversight for the
Authority, contributing to Kenya’s vision of a fully digital, efficient and
accountable tax system,” Wangwe elaborated.,She noted that fuel is a controlled product with regulated pricing and organized
supply chains, and through the module, KRA utilizes integrated data including
import records and EPRA pricing benchmarks to enhance sector oversight, allowing
revenue estimation across the entire fuel value chain.,”This development provides clear visibility of fuel movements, from importationand storage to inter-company transfers and retail sales, promoting more precise
reporting, reducing revenue loss, and improving compliance throughout thesector,” stated Wangwe.,Representing Be Energy Ruai, Josephine Warui reported that sales summaries are
now automatically created and receipts immediately issued through the system,considerably decreasing customer service time.,”Our reports are straightforward and we serve customers faster when you fuel up,your receipt comes instantly,” mentioned Warui.,Before the full launch, KRA tested the module with participating fuel stations
from September to December 2024 to evaluate technical integration, collect
operational insights, and reinforce compliance frameworks before nationwideimplementation.,Nationwide integration began in January 2025. Although the initial compliance
deadline was June 30, 2025, industry stakeholders requested additional time,leading KRA to extend the deadline to December 2025.,Under the updated system, eTIMS receipts are immediately available at the point
of sale upon request and can be issued to both individual drivers and businessaccounts.,KRA maintains collaboration with sector stakeholders to facilitate integration
and ensure adherence to the Value Added Tax (Electronic Tax Invoice) Regulations
of 2020. The Authority also advises consumers to request an eTIMS receipt with
each fuel purchase.,,