Kenya Cryptocurrency Tax
Detailed cryptocurrency tax rates and rules for Kenya in 2026.
Crypto TaxKES
Kenya has introduced a digital asset tax (DAT) at 3% on the transfer or exchange value of digital assets, including cryptocurrency. This is a final tax for non-residents but an advance tax for residents that can be offset against income tax. Additionally, income from crypto trading may be subject to regular income tax. The Capital Markets Authority has been developing a regulatory framework for digital assets.
Crypto Tax Status
Taxed
Treatment
Subject to income tax and digital asset tax
How Kenya Crypto Tax compares
Kenya taxes cryptocurrency gains. 68 of 203 countries TaxAtlas tracks take the same approach, which is useful context when weighing where to live, invest, or incorporate.
